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CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE
PLANNING COMMISSION
Monday, September 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers, 15 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, Delaware
AGENDA
Written comments are accepted via mail to City of Dover – Planning Commission, P.O. Box 475 Dover
DE 19903 and via email at CompPlan@dover.de.us.
IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL MEETING NOTICE
The Planning Commission Meeting for September 15, 2025 will be held at City Hall in City Council
Chambers at 6:00 PM and as a Virtual Meeting using Webex, an audio/video conferencing system as an
electronic means of communication. The public is welcome to attend. See participation information below
to join by phone or computer.
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
1. Site Development Master Plan S-25-12 Blue Hen Corporate Center pad Sites Master Plan: By
letter of September 4, 2025, the applicant has requested that the Planning Commission to defer
the Public Hearing and consideration of Application S-25-12 from the September 15, 2025
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Meeting. As part of the adoption of tonight's Meeting Agenda, Application S-25-12 will be
deferred. Following postponement, the Consideration and Public Hearing for Application S-
25-12 will be rescheduled for a future Planning Commission meeting and will be subject to
Public Notice requirements for the new meeting date.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. Adoption of Minutes of July 21, 2025
COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS
Meeting Reminder: The next Planning Commission regular meeting date is October 20, 2025.
Update on City Council Actions
Department of Planning & Inspections Updates
OPENING REMARKS CONCERNING MEETING PROCEDURES FOR APPLICATIONS
OLD BUSINESS
Request Extension of Planning Commission Approval
NEW APPLICATIONS
3. SB-25-02 Lands of Wyoming, LLC and Functional Properties, LLC (Ekaman Subdivision):
Conceptual Subdivision Plan - Public Hearing and Review of a Conceptual Subdivision Plan to
create five (5) lots and one residual lot from 2 existing parcels totaling 4.5754 acres to be
known as Ekaman Subdivision. The proposed subdivision is to consist of five residential lots
with the residual for stormwater management area. The proposal includes the extension and
addition of a cul-de-sac to the existing street right-of-way of Jefferson Terrace. The larger
parcel is zoned R-10 (One Family Residence Zone), and the additional parcel is zoned R-8
(One Family Residence Zone) with both being located south of but not adjacent to Wyoming
Avenue and west of Monroe Terrace. Property Address: unaddressed on Jefferson Terrace
extension (part of which is referenced as 3.8904 acres of Wyoming Avenue Rear). Property
Owners: Wyoming, LLC and Functional Properties, LLC. Tax Parcels: ED-05-077.17-06-
02.01-000 & ED-05-077.17-06-13.00-000. Council District 2. Waiver Requested: Percentage
of Lots on a cul-de-sac. This property was reviewed in 2013-2015 as SB-13-06 Jefferson
Terrace Subdivision; however, the plan was never finalized. Application for Conceptual
Subdivision Plan SB-23-01C was conditionally approved by the Planning Commission in
March 2023; previous waiver requests were unsuccessful, and the plan expired. The properties
were examined again under Conceptual Subdivision Plan SB-24-01 and were denied by the
Planning Commission on August 19, 2024.
4. S-25-01 Revised Dover Mobility Center Garage at 133 S. Governors Avenue – Public Hearing
and Review of a Revised Site Development Plan Application, Parcel Consolidation Plan, and
associated Revised Architectural Review Certification for construction of a four story, multi-
purpose parking garage structure to be known as the Dover Mobility Center Garage. The
structure is revised to consist of 329 parking spaces, welcome and retail space, a management
office, and retail and storage spaces. There have been architectural changes as designed,
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including the removal of the S Bradford Street garage entrance. The subject site involves a
series of parcels in the block between S. Governors Avenue and S. Bradford Street north of
Minor Street Alley. The properties are zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) and subject to the
H (Historic District Zone). The owners of record are the Downtown Dover Partnership, City of
Dover, Capital City Transformation Alliance, and Main Street – Dover Inc. Property
Addresses: 133 S. Governors Avenue, 139 S. Governors Avenue, 145 S. Governors Avenue,
136 S. Bradford Street, 148 S. Bradford Street, 150 S. Bradford Street, and 132 S. Bradford
Street, Dover. Tax Parcels: ED-05-077.09-02-10.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-09.00-000, ED-05-
077.09-02-08.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-24.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-25.00-00, ED-05-
077.09-02-27.00-000, and ED-05-077.09-02-23.00-000. Council District 4. Previously
Approved: Tree Mitigation Plan. For Consideration: Revised Parking Strategy Statement. This
Revised project was the subject of HI-24-09 Revised for Historic District Commission Review
and Recommendation on the Architectural Review Certification on August 21, 2025. The
project is also associated with MI-24-10 Request for Alley Abandonment: Part of Alley
Between S. Governors Avenue and S. Bradford Street.
5. S-25-11 The Governor: Mixed Use Building at 120 S Governors Avenue – Public Hearing and
Review of a Site Development Plan Application, Parcel Consolidation Plan and Architectural
Review Certification for the construction of a four story, 169,080 SF Mixed Use Building
including a grocery, retail and restaurant spaces, a child day care, 120 apartment units, and a
roof-top courtyard with site improvements of a parking lot, a courtyard, and landscaping. The
main parcel contains 1.70 +/- acres. The property is zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) and
subject to H (Historic District Zone). The property is located on the west side of South
Governors Avenue and halfway between Reed Street and West Loockerman Street. The owners
of record are Downtown Dover Development Corporation c/o Downtown Dover Partnership
and The City of Dover. Property Addresses: 120 S. Governors Avenue, 105 S New Street, 111
S New Street, and 115 S New Street. Dover. Tax Parcels: ED-05-077.09-01-44.00-000, ED-05-
077.09-01-37.00-000, ED-05-077.09-01-42.00-000, ED-05-077.09-01-43.00-000. Council
District 4. Waiver Requests: Opaque Barrier – Fence Component and Tree Mitigation Plan.
For Consolidation: Parking Strategy Statement. This project was the subject of HI-25-02 for
Historic District Commission Review and Recommendation on the Architectural Review
Certification on July 17, 2025.
NEW BUSINESS
6. Update on Appointments to Architectural Review Oversight Subcommittee
PUBLIC COMMENTS OPPORTUNITY
ADJOURN
Posted Agenda: September 5, 2025
THE AGENDA ITEMS AS LISTED MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. PURSUANT TO
29 DEL. C. §10004(e)(2), THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION
OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSIONS, WHICH ARISE AT THE
TIME OF THE MEETING
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Item 1.
September 4, 2025
Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams, AICP
City of Dover
Department of Planning and Inspections
P.O. Box 475
Dover, DE 19903-0475
RE: Application for Site Master Plan Approval
BLUE HEN CORPORATE CENTER - PAD SITES
Dover, Delaware
2025059.00
Dear Mrs. Melson-Williams:
On behalf of our client, Pettinaro Construction Co. Inc., we are hereby requesting the
Application for Site Master Plan Approval for the above-referenced project be deferred for
one month. We would request this application for consideration on the October 20, 2025,
Planning Commission Public Hearing.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
BECKER MORGAN GROUP, INC.
Jonathan D. Richard, P.E.
Senior Associate
JDR/jdr
Enclosures
Cc: Andrea Finerosky – Pettinaro Construction Co. Inc.
202505900ai-ltr-COD.docx
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CITY OF DOVER PLANNING COMMISSION
July 21, 2025
The Meeting of the City of Dover Planning Commission was held on Monday, July 21, 2025, at
7:00 PM as an In-Person Meeting and also using the phone/videoconferencing system Webex.
The Meeting Session was conducted with Chair Mr. Witham presiding. Members present were
Mr. Michael Lewis, Mrs. Denney, Mrs. Maucher, Mr. Baldwin, Mr. Reaves (virtual), Mrs.
Welsh, and Mr. Witham. Mr. Roach and Dr. Jones were absent.
Staff members present were Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams, Mr. Christopher Salzano, Mr. Jason
Lyon (virtual) and Mrs. Kristen Mullaney.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mrs. Maucher moved to approve the Agenda as submitted, seconded by Mrs. Welsh and the
motion was carried 7-0 with Mr. Roach and Dr. Jones absent.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES OF JUNE 16, 2025
Mrs. Maucher moved to approve the Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of June 16, 2025,
seconded by Mrs. Welsh and the motion was carried 7-0 with Mr. Roach and Dr. Jones absent.
COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the next Planning Commission regular meeting is scheduled
for Monday, August 18, 2025, at 7 PM. At this point, that is a tentative meeting. It may be
canceled depending on outcomes this evening. At the present time, we have no applications to
bring to you for that date. We will confirm if the meeting is canceled in early August.
Mrs. Melson-Williams provided an update on the regular City Council and various Committee
meetings held on June 23, 2025 and July 14 & 15, 2025.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Planning & Inspections Department still has several
vacancies. We had a new person start today as one of our Office Assistants as part of the Permits
and Licensing Team. So, we welcome Ashely Walls. She was previously part of the team in the
City Clerk’s Office. Included in your packet was really some public information that she wanted
to share. There is in opportunity on the behalf of Parks & Recreation for the City. They have
scheduled a Silver Lake drawdown which is when they open a valve on the dam that lowers the
water level within Silver Lake. That has been scheduled for Monday, October 6, 2025 through
Friday, October 17, 2025. That is an opportunity for people with lake frontage to do repairs and
clean up along their frontage and if they need to do any deck repairs or dock repairs. That is also
an alert to boaters who may have a license to be out on Silver Lake as well. They do an
announcement early on so that you can plan accordingly. If you have questions on that, just reach
out to the Parks and Recreation Department.
OPENING REMARKS CONCERNING DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
Mrs. Melson-Williams presented the audience information on policies and procedures for the In-
Person Meeting and Virtual Meeting using the Webex system.
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OLD BUSINESS
Requests for Extensions of Planning Commission Approval: None
NEW BUSINESS
S-25-10 Dover Industrial Phase 2: Warehouses at 350 Lafferty Lane – Public Hearing and
Review of a Site Development Plan Application for the Phase 2 construction of two Warehouse
Buildings: Building B of 45,000 SF and Building C of 133,000 SF (totaling 178,000 SF for
Phase 2) with site improvements. Phase 1 of the project consists of Multi-Tenant Flex
Warehouse Building A of 54,000 SF. The property is zoned M (Manufacturing Zone) and is
subject to the AEOZ (Airport Environs Overlay Zone): Accident Potential Zones I & II. The
property consists of 19.74 acres. The property is located on the north side of Lafferty Lane,
approximately one-quarter mile west of Horsepond Road. The owner of record is Dover
Industrial, LLC. Property Address: 350 Lafferty Lane. Tax Parcel Number: ED-05-077.16-02-
05.00-000. Council District 2. PLUS Review #2024-08-08. For Consideration: Performance
Standards Review Application and Tree Mitigation Plan. Phase 1 of this project was approved
with Site Plan S-24-13 Flex Use Facilities Commercial Warehouse.
Representatives: Mr. Brett Davis; DS Development; Mr. Travis Martin, DS Development
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that this application is for the Dover Industrial Phase 2 Warehouses
at 350 Lafferty Lane. This is a project property that is zoned M (Manufacturing Zone) and also
subject to the AEOZ (Airport Environs Overlay Zone). Specially, the area shown on the screen
in blue is the Phase 2 area that we are concentrating on this evening. The Phase 1 area is shown
in a light red color. That was previously Application S-24-13 Flex Use Facilities Commercial
Warehouse and that project was reviewed in the fall of 2024; and it is under permit for
construction at the present time. This project for Phase 2 is for the development of what is
labeled Building B of 45,000 SF and Building C which is much larger at 133,000 SF. These are
to the north of what is the Phase 1 Area. The Phase 1 Area included Building A and then
improvements to expand the stormwater management facility found on the eastern portion of the
project site. The project was reviewed previously through the Preliminary Land Use Services
(PLUS) review process back in August 2024. With this project zoned M (Manufacturing Zone),
there are specific uses that are allowed in the Manufacturing Zone and there are also uses that are
specifically prohibited. Certain types of manufacturing are not allowed. Additionally, when it
comes to uses, we have to look at the AEOZ (Airport Environs Overlay Zone). There are some
limitations as to maximum height in that zoning overlay and then additionally all uses of the
buildings. Various tenants that may end up in these spaces must comply with the land use
compatibility table in the AEOZ (Airport Environs Overlay Zone). The general use as
warehouses may be generally allowed but more specifically what they are housing? We have to
look carefully at those two zonings, the M (Manufacturing Zone) and AEOZ (Airport Environs
Overlay Zone), to confirm compliance for that use. For the site development, overall it requires
290 parking spaces which they are depicting. There is kind of banks for parking that are
proposed here in Phase 2 between the two buildings. Then each of the Buildings B and C have
one face of the building that is a series of loading spaces to access the loading docks. On this
screen, Building B would have that on the right hand side which is the south elevation and
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Building C which is the building on left, has it on its north elevation. Additionally, the project is
providing bicycle parking. The applicant did provide a general view of architecture for the
building. It is basically a tall one-story building. It has a very low slope roof. The images for
where tenant entry doors would be located tend to be highlighted at the corners and some central
locations along the long walls. Then you can see that the other face of the building is the loading
dock area which would have select locations for the roll up door scenario. Basically, it’s a metal
building with some detailing given by color and those added features at entry point locations.
Going back to the site, this site shares an access with its neighbor at 300 Lafferty Lane. That
entrance was previously designed and built in anticipation of this expansion here on 350 Lafferty
Lane. The sidewalks will be constructed along the frontage of Lafferty Lane and then there is an
internal sidewalk network along the front of the buildings to bring you from the parking lot to
those spaces. Planning Staff has also commented to make sure there is a sidewalk linkage from
the Building A area to get to Buildings B and C. Additionally, they are providing upright curbing
and stormwater management is being handled with the expansion of a facility there on the east
side of the property.
Moving on to the tree planting and landscaping aspects of this project, part of this site actually
included a wooded area. Our Code has a maximum of clearing 50% of the woodland. In
combination, the green and red areas on the screen show the existing woodland on this property
prior to proposals for development. The red is what will be cleared as part of the proposed
project. They are retaining more than 50% of the existing woodland on the property with the
project. Additionally, there are tree planting requirements. For their development area, they are
required to have one tree per 3,000 SF of that development area. Basically for this project site, a
total of 234 trees are required. For Phase 1, their plan showed planting of about 27 trees. They
are proposing planting of 33 trees, so that is a total of 60 trees onsite. If you are doing your math,
that means there is a deficiency of 174 trees. With this request, they are making a request for a
Tree Mitigation Plan and have asked to work with the City of Dover to identify locations on City
owned property for the planting of those remaining trees. Planning Staff notes that the Planning
Office, along with the City Manager’s Office and the Department of Parks and Recreation have
been working towards creating a location planting list. We have been evaluating opportunities
within City Parks, and select street tree plantings that may need replacement; so, we are working
with that. Ultimately, the applicant will have to enter into an agreement with the City of Dover to
make that happen. The applicant would be responsible for the cost of doing those tree plantings
and caring for them for a period of at least one year. Tonight, Planning Commission needs to
take action on that Tree Mitigation Plan and whether that is amenable to this project. The Zoning
Ordinance gives you the ability to consider Tree Mitigation Plans. The project also has some
other landscape related requirements. There is a small area that is adjacent to a residential
property. It is primarily in Phase 1, but there is an opaque barrier requirement of a fence and
landscaping. It looks like some of that landscaping is to be existing vegetation to remain. So we
are asking for some clarification on that. There are several wetland areas on the property that
they are not impacting; however, they are looking to reduce the riparian buffer to a distance of 30
feet from that wetland area and will need to be establishing and maintaining vegetation in that
buffer area.
The last item associated with the application is a Performance Standards Review. With certain
activities within our industrial zones, there are a series of objectionable elements that the project
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must prove that they are not creating. As part of their narrative statement, they made some
statements about the construction process but any of the tenants that may end up at this site also
need to abide by these Performance Standards as well. Those objectionable elements are things
like noise, smoke, fire, explosive hazards, glare, and other airborne particles. A lot of the times,
some of those things are actually controlled by other permitting processes. So depending on if
there is a manufacturer, some of that may be controlled by DNREC permitting additionally. The
Development Advisory Committee Report includes the Staff comments from the Planning Office
as well as the comments from the other regulatory agencies that are entered here into the record
by reference. The Planning Staff notes that tonight, you are considering two items in addition to
the Site Plan. One is the Tree Mitigation Plan and then the Performance Standards Review
Application. The other agencies providing comments include the Department of
Water/Wastewater and Public Works and the Fire Marshal’s Office for the City. In this case,
DelDOT reviewed the entrance to the neighboring property that serves this one previously so that
approval is already in place. Also, the Kent Conservation District, a lot of their stormwater
management design was part of Phase 1 but there are some clarifying things that they have asked
for with Phase 2. The Dover/Kent County MPO as provided some comments as has the Dover
Air Force Base given the proximity to the Air Base and the location of the AEOZ (Airport
Environs Overlay Zone). The comments from the Air Force Base did reference a number of
documents and we have only included executive summaries of those in your packet. We do have
the full documents and they were provided to the applicants previously.
Mr. Davis stated that he and his partner Mr. Travis Martin are building this park. What you will
notice is that we have completed in the first approvals all of the site work for the project. In
Phase 1, we built the stormwater pond which is done and we just finished the foundations for the
first building. That building is already a third leased. We have a HVAC manufacturer that’s a
national company moving into Delaware. They will take 15,000 SF and we have several other
users that we are in conversations with. What we are looking to do in Phase 2, starting with the
smaller 40,000 SF building. The goal is not to have any crazy, different uses. Mr. Martin actually
built the Frankford Industrial Park if you see that along Route 113; so it’s the same general
concept here. Please note that when it comes to the trees, he wants to get some clarity as to how
we got to this point. They are not cutting down more trees than the 50% allotment. He just
wanted to clarify that they are not looking to cut down any extra trees; they are actually cutting
down less than is necessary. Where the tree conversation came for the off-site tree mitigation
was actually a suggestion from the City to him with the idea that when they started this, they
thought that they were going to need to cut down additional acreage, so that was suggested. We
are now at the point where we have a wide open field and when we are going back to plant these
trees, we have more concrete and sidewalks and other things that are taking up spaces than we
had originally anticipated. So our goal is to plant about 160 trees off-site. Based on his
calculations, it is about 1/3 of an acre of trees that will be planted in a local park. Please know
that this wasn’t something that they came up with in an attempt to deforest the property. You will
see that it is going to have pretty good tree coverage. Mrs. Melson-Williams did mention the
neighbors. They actually were at the first hearing and were a vote of support. We have also
gotten them to agree that we are going to have a nice, beautiful fence put up and then on the
other side of that, there will be additional trees. He feels pretty confident saying that they won’t
be able to see much of our building if any because that is important. They want to be a good
neighbor with a residential unit on one side. As far as going through the process with Mrs.
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Melson-Williams, she is amazingly detailed and has been incredible at walking us through
everything. Everything as it relates to DelDOT is already done, so the approval was already
designed. The stormwater pond is already built for these additional buildings with all of the
calculations in mind. We are already bringing in the water and sewer and the sprinkler is tied into
that. So all of our utilities are actually already being brought to the site and were designed in
Phase 1 with Phase 2 in mind. We are coming to the Commission tonight in hopes of having a
continuation of what we started and the real goal of the project is to bring as many jobs as
possible to Dover. He thinks they are so far so good. They do know that they can’t say who, but
they actually already have a person that they have been in discussions with for the Phase 2
building that is definitely not a Dover business or a business form anywhere around here. It
would be dozens and dozens of jobs. They would actually like to take the entire second building
which is what brought us here. This week, we poured our concrete pad for the first building and
they will have steel frames up starting this week. Within about a month, you will see a steel
structure.
Mrs. Maucher stated that she doesn’t know if she read it explicitly or if she read between the
lines, that there is some concern about the number of trees that they want to plant off-site.
Responding to Mrs. Maucher, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that in just doing the math if you
look at it, there is a substantial number of trees that are having to be planted elsewhere which is
somewhat unusual when it comes to the Tree Mitigation Plan. A lot of times they may see it as a
quarter or less, but in this case it is the reverse. There is certainly opportunities to plan trees on
City owned land but if we had every project ask to do that, then we would not have space to do
so. It is somewhat of a balancing act. Their plan is different from what we saw originally. The
concept originally has changed because the original concept that we saw was likely going to lead
into woodland mitigation which is a whole other different tree planting need. If you clear more
than 50% of the woodland on the property, then you have to recreate woodland actually at a
greater rate than what you took down. They have made some attempts that way to get their
woodland clearing under control. She thinks a big thing that way was changes in their
stormwater approach for their project, but we are still seeing with this Plan, a fairly large number
of trees that would have to be planted off-site. A lot of that is because the site itself is taken up
by buildings and their associated parking areas.
Mrs. Maucher asked for the Tree Mitigation Plan, do the trees have to be planted on City
properties? Responding to Mrs. Maucher, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Tree Mitigation
requirements in our Code say they have to be planted within the City of Dover. This applicant
has chosen to work directly with the City itself. We have had other projects that have had a Tree
Mitigation Plan that have worked with the State or worked with another property owner that may
have open land to do those plantings on. So, we have seen both and we have seen others work
with the City. She will tell you that this is not the largest ask of the City for a Tree Mitigation
Plan. We did have a project that was over 300 trees.
Mrs. Maucher asked if that Plan was approved. Responding to Mrs. Maucher, Mrs. Melson-
Williams stated that was out at the Garrison Energy Center when the energy center project came
through. That project was a little unique in that some of their land, they could not be planting
trees because of the adjacent solar field.
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Mr. Witham stated that he assumes that there is going to be a substantial number of trees that
need to be planted. Does this require a separate agreement or is this part of the approval process?
Responding to Mr. Witham, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Tree Mitigation Plan kind of
has two steps. One is that the Planning Commission would have to authorize them to make use of
a Tree Mitigation Plan to help meet their tree planting requirement. Secondly, there will need to
be an agreement reached with the City directly about the planting of those trees. That is where
the City Manager’s Office and the Department of Parks and Recreation are involved because of
one, it would be the City Manager’s Office ultimately being a party to that agreement as to where
and how the planting happens and the transfer of ownership from those trees being planted to
into the City’s care. We have previous examples of agreements. It is not something that the
Planning Commission will need to be involved in the details of that tree planting agreement, but
it will be something that Planning Staff will stay in the loop with, with the City Manager’s
Office.
Mr. Witham stated that he takes it that we have no any adverse response from the Air Force at
this point. Responding to Mr. Witham, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Air Force Base did
not really have an adverse response. They wanted to make sure that the applicant recognized that
they are in our AEOZ (Airport Environs Overlay Zone) and that it has land use limitations. There
is also a height limitation in this zone at sixty (60) feet. We are certainly under that with the
buildings that are proposed here. The other information from the Air Force Base that was
received via their Community Planner is related to that AEOZ (Airport Environs Overlay Zone)
and the fact that they have some guidance about how to mitigate wildlife hazards. It is
encouraging that the stormwater pond that is proposed is not a wet pond. It is basically
infiltration so water is only there for a limited time before it soaks in. Standing water tends to
attract birds and birds and planes don’t mix. The other documents included a Compatible Use
Plan which is kind of a Comprehensive Plan for activities surrounding the Base and best
practices and approaches. A lot of their information is guidance to the applicant/developer
related to this project being in close proximity to the Air Force Base.
Mr. Witham stated that he assumes that the applicant agrees with everything that Staff has
described about the property and the additional information that may be necessary in the future.
Responding to Mr. Witham, Mr. Davis stated absolutely and they are willing to adhere to
everything. He does know as far as the tree plantings, as Mrs. Melson-Williams stated, they are
in a unique scenario where they bought a property that was mostly woods. To give you a
perspective, this is 22 acres. It is a pretty large site and a lot of the tree planting is new trees
being planted in a field. The actual concept was not mine; it was the City who presented him the
idea and said there are examples in the past in which this has been approved and then they went
forward with their Phase 1. As Mrs. Melson-Williams explained, it’s not an easy process but we
are talking about a 1/3 of an acre to be added to a park. He just wanted to give a perspective; 160
trees is a lot of trees except for when compared to a park. He thinks they would be doing a
decent public service. Please know that they didn’t come in here with this plan; they were
presented the idea. This idea works really well because they are trying to maximize the footprint
and unfortunately on our site, there was the stormwater from the Frito Lay facility, so they
started at a detriment. It is our problem to deal with but that added to our complications for our
calculations. He thinks Mrs. Melson-Williams has been really helpful in making sure that they
knew all of the details in the process. We plan on not asking for any exceptions to the tenants
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that we are going to have. In everything that we are doing, he believes has gone pretty smoothly
with the planning process. They asked us to add sidewalks and a few things. We have dealt
directly with the Base for our marketing and things like that for flying drones and things. We
have already had to be in contact and fill out permits and all of that good stuff; and they will
make sure that they continue to do so.
Mr. Witham opened a public hearing.
Mr. Zach Prebula – Kent Economic Partnership, 555 Bay Road Dover, DE 19901
Mr. Prebula stated that they are the economic development organization for Kent County, so they
deal with business attraction, business retention, and expansion here in within Kent County.
Speed to market has been crucial to attracting businesses and creating jobs. By approving this
Plan, you can help create a building that will help attract those businesses and create those jobs
right here in Dover.
Mr. Witham closed the public hearing.
Mrs. Denney moved to approve S-25-10 Dover Industrial Phase 2: Warehouses at 350 Lafferty
Lane to include approval of the Tree Mitigation Plan. She thinks that it goes without saying that
from testimony this evening all the ducks are in a row. Everything has been discussed and a plan
has come forth with an agreement between the City Planners and the developers which sounds
good to her. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Welsh.
Mrs. Melson-Williams asked the motion maker to clarify with a reference to the Development
Advisory Committee Report and then also with the status of the Performance Standards Review
Application.
Mrs. Denney stated that it is a welcomed amendment to the motion (to reference the
Development Advisory Committee Report and approval of the Performance Standards Review
Application), seconded by Mrs. Welsh and the motion was carried 7-0 by roll call vote with Mr.
Roach and Dr. Jones absent. Mrs. Denney voting yes; she thinks the continuation of this Plan is
an excellent idea. Everything looks so good so far and it’s an excellent use for this particular
property. Mrs. Maucher voting yes; based on DAC comments and recommendations. Mr.
Baldwin voting yes. Mr. Reaves voting yes; for reasons previously stated. Mrs. Welsh voting yes;
in conjunction with Mrs. Denney’s comments and she too thinks it’s a great use of the site. Mr.
Lewis voting yes. Mr. Witham voting yes; thanks to the comments previously submitted and he
thinks it’s a welcomed use for this particular piece of property. He assumes this is completes the
phasing of the project as well, so he thinks it is an excellent use of the property.
NEW BUSINESS
Annual Meeting of the Planning Commission (Nomination and Election of Officers and
Appointments to Subcommittees)
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that July is considered the Annual Meeting of the Planning
Commission. At such meeting, per your By-laws you are to elect from your membership, a Chair
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and Vice-Chair for the Commission to serve for the next year. Your By-laws have a couple of
things that she wants to note. Any of the balloting is to be by secret ballot which they are
prepared to do unless you adopt a motion to do otherwise. The Chair and Vice-Chair are term
limited to four (4) consecutive one-year terms. Mr. Witham has only served you for a year so he
is not term limited at the moment.
Mr. Witham asked if they need to consider whether the members want to do a ballot vote.
Responding to Mr. Witham, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that you may want to start with that if
you feel comfortable dispensing with the method of voting by secret ballot. Someone can put
forth a motion to dispense that and vote by voice vote.
Mrs. Maucher moved to vote by voice vote in lieu of the secret ballot vote, seconded by Mrs.
Denney and the motion was carried by voice vote (7-0) with Mr. Roach and Dr. Jones absent.
Mrs. Maucher moved to nominate Mr. Witham for the position of Chair, seconded by Mrs.
Denney.
Mr. Witham accepted the nomination.
Mrs. Denney moved to close the nominations for the position of Chair, seconded by Mrs. Welsh.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that since Mr. Witham is the only candidate, we can confirm with
that motion that you are appointed the Chair.
Mrs. Maucher moved to nominate Mrs. Denney for the position of Vice-Chair; she has done an
outstanding job and should carry on, seconded by Mrs. Welsh, then all in favor by voice vote (7-
0) with Mr. Roach and Dr. Jones absent.
Mrs. Denney accepted the nomination.
Mrs. Welsh moved to close the nominations for the position of Vice-Chair, seconded by Mrs.
Maucher, approved by all in favor by voice vote with Mr. Roach and Dr. Jones absent.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that as part of your Annual Meeting, the Zoning Ordinance
includes provisions related to the appointment of an Architectural Review Oversight
Subcommittee of the Planning Commission. This is a Committee that is seated in the case of if
there are significant concerns with the architecture of a project, then a project could be referred
to that Subcommittee to kind of sort things out and bring it back to the Planning Commission.
The Zoning Ordinance very particularly notes the makeup of that Committee. It includes the
Mayor or the Mayor’s designee, two Planning Commission members and then two members of
the design profession as well as the opportunity to list alternative design professionals. At this
point in time, you may want to figure out which Planning Commission members to serve on that
Subcommittee and then we will talk about the design professionals.
Mr. Witham stated that previously, the Commission members were Mrs. Welsh and Mr. Roach.
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Mrs. Maucher moved to approve that Mrs. Welsh and Mr. Roach continue on the Subcommittee
as she presumes that there is no time limit for those positions, seconded by Mr. Lewis and the
motion was carried by voice vote with Mr. Roach and Dr. Jones absent.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the other component is for two members that are design
professionals. In the past, we have had Dr. RJ Chandler who has served as a faculty member at
Delaware Technical and Community College in their architecture program and then Ms. Sarah
Keifer who is the Director of Planning Services for Kent County. In the past, if you are willing to
have those individuals continue, what Planning Staff can do is reach out to them to confirm their
ability to serve in those roles. You can certainly put forth other names if you have other
individuals that you think would be appropriate in that case as well.
Mr. Witham stated that he is not sure of in the past if we have actually had to utilize their expert
services or not. Responding to Mr. Witham, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that in the time that
she has been here, there has been one project referred to the Architectural Review Oversight
Subcommittee and prior to her start with the City, there was one other project. The
Subcommittee has not had to meet extensively but we do need to put individuals in place should
that need arise.
Mrs. Maucher moved to approve Staff to contact the two existing design professionals to
determine if they enjoy continuing on the Subcommittee, seconded by Mrs. Welsh and the motion
was carried by voice vote with Mr. Roach and Dr. Jones absent.
Mr. Witham asked if they would need to have another meeting to vote on them if they are willing
to continue to serve on the Subcommittee. Responding to Mr. Witham, Mrs. Melson-Williams
stated that they would just bring back that reporting at your next meeting. We would not call a
special meeting just to get them in place.
Meeting adjourned at 8:03 PM.
Sincerely,
Kristen Mullaney
Secretary
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City of Dover
DATA SHEET FOR CONCEPTUAL SUBDIVISION PLAN REVIEW
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING OF September 3, 2025
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF September 15, 2025
Plan Title: Lands of Wyoming, LLC and Functional Properties, LLC (Ekaman
Subdivision): Conceptual Subdivision Plan, SB-25-02C
Plan Type: Major Subdivision Plan
Applicant/Owners: Wyoming, LLC (Area of Lots 1-3, 5 and Residual)
Functional Properties, LLC (Lot 4)
Property Locations: South of but not adjacent to Wyoming Avenue and west of Monroe Terrace
Property Address: unaddressed on Jefferson Terrace extension (referenced as 3.8904 acres of
Wyoming Avenue Rear)
Tax Parcels: ED-05-077.17-06-02.01-000
ED-05-077.17-06-13.00-000
Total Area of Parcels: 4.5754 acres +/-
Proposed Number of Lots: Five lots and Residual tract
Lot 1: 0.4714 acres+/- (20,536.1 SF +/-)
Lot 2: 0.2795 acres+/- (12,173.5 SF +/-)
Lot 3: 0.4693 acres+/- (20,440.7 SF +/-)
Lot 4: 0.6211 acres+/- (27,055 SF +/-)
Lot 5: 0.4446 acres+/- (19,365.4 SF +/-)
Residual: 2.1016 acres +/- (91,545.1 SF +/-)
Present Zoning: R-10 (One Family Residence Zone)
R-8 (One Family Residence Zone)
Proposed Zoning: R-10 (One Family Residence Zone)
R-8 (One Family Residence Zone)
Current Use: Undeveloped vacant land including woodland areas
Proposed Uses: Residential (one-family detached dwelling units) and Natural Area for
Stormwater Management
Waiver Request: Percentage of Lots on a Cul-de-sac
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City of
Dover
CITY OF DOVER Planning
Office
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: September 3, 2025
APPLICATION: Lands of Lands of Wyoming, LLC and Functional Properties, LLC (Ekaman
Subdivision): Conceptual Subdivision Plan,
FILE #: SB-25-02C REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Planning
CONTACT PERSON: Dawn Melson-Williams, AICP PHONE #: (302) 736-7196
I. PLAN SUMMARY
This Application is for the Review of a Conceptual Subdivision Plan to create five (5) lots and
one residual lot from 2 existing parcels totaling 4.5754 acres to be known as Ekaman
Subdivision (SB-25-02). The proposed subdivision is to consist of five residential lots with the
residual for stormwater management area. The proposal includes the extension and addition of a
cul-de-sac to the existing street right-of-way of Jefferson Terrace. The larger parcel is zoned R-
10 (One Family Residence Zone), and the additional parcel is zoned R-8 (One Family Residence
Zone) with both being located south of but not adjacent to Wyoming Avenue and west of
Monroe Terrace. Property Address: unaddressed on Jefferson Terrace extension (part of which is
referenced as 3.8904 acres of Wyoming Avenue Rear). Property Owners: Wyoming, LLC and
Functional Properties, LLC. Tax Parcels: ED-05-077.17-06-02.01-000 & ED-05-077.17-06-
13.00-000. Council District 2.
II. PREVIOUS APPLICATIONS
The most recent Application in 2024 involving the properties was Conceptual Subdivision Plan
SB-24-01C that proposed to create six (6) lots consisting of five residential lots with the residual
lot for stormwater management from 2 existing parcels totaling 4.5754 acres to be known as
Ekaman Subdivision. The Planning Commission denied the application on August 19, 2024.
Previously, a Conceptual Subdivision Plan SB-23-01C was conditionally approved by Planning
Commission in March 2023. Involving only the larger 4.2311-acre tract (ED-05-077-17-06-02.01-
000), Plan SB-23-01C proposed subdivision of six (6) lots from an existing parcel totaling 4.2311
acres. The proposed subdivision was to consist of four residential lots, a stormwater management
area lot, and a residual lot for residential use along with the extension and addition of a cul-de-sac
to the existing street right-of-way of Jefferson Terrace. The project sought waiver requests for
alternative lot configuration, reduced lot frontage, increased percentage of lots on a cul-de-sac,
and partial elimination of sidewalk. After unsuccessful attempts for the waivers and no
preliminary plan submission, the plan expired without being finalized.
In 2013, there was Application SB-13-06 The Meadow Subdivision at Jefferson Terrace that was
proposed to subdivide a tract of land totaling 4.23 acres ± into five (5) parcels for single family
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detached dwellings with residual land. The Plan, submitted as The Meadow, was renamed to
Jefferson Terrace to avoid replication with another residential subdivision. It was reviewed by the
Planning Commission at their November 2013 meeting and received conditional approval of the
Conceptual Subdivision Plan SB-13-06. The required Preliminary Subdivision Plan was submitted
for review by the Planning Commission at their February 2014 meeting. However, the Application
SB-13-06P was postponed by the Planning Commission at the request of the Applicant and did not
return for review. The Subdivision Plan SB-13-06 was never finalized and has since expired.
In 2012, the Planning Staff administratively reviewed a Minor Lot Line Adjustment Plan
(Application MI-12-10) and granted its approval on June 5, 2012 (recorded June 12, 2012). The
land south of 324 Wyoming Avenue with frontage on Jefferson Terrace and Monroe Terrace (the
current larger subject parcel) was divided from the parcel that included the existing dwelling at 324
Wyoming Avenue and aligned its rear property line with adjacent residential parcels.
III. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – Major Subdivision
This Major Subdivision Plan proposes to subdivide the existing large tract (Parcel 2.01) and an
adjacent parcel (Parcel 13.00). The Plan identifies Lots 1-5 as being for residential development.
The Residual parcel is mostly interior to the overall subject site with some frontage on Monroe
Terrace; it is to be used for a stormwater management area due to the location of a stream and
associated floodplain and woodland areas. This Residual Lot is the southernmost parcel proposed
and is to contain a 20-foot cross-access easement for a residential property located to the
southwest of the subject site that does not have frontage on any public right of way. This
adjacent parcel is therefore accessed only via a driveway (Mallard Drive) across the subject
property, connecting from Monroe Terrace. See Chart below for description of proposed Lots:
Site Zoning Proposed Lot Size Proposed Use
Lot 1 R-8 0.4714 acres+/- Residential
R-10 (20,536.1 SF +/-) (One-Family Detached Dwelling Unit)
Lot 2 R-10 0.2795 acres+/- Residential
(12,173.5 SF +/-) (One-Family Detached Dwelling Unit)
Lot 3 R-10 0.4693 acres+/- Residential
(20,440.7 SF +/-) (One-Family Detached Dwelling Unit)
Lot 4 R-10 0.6211 acres+/- Residential
(27,055.0 SF +/-) (One-Family Detached Dwelling Unit)
Lot 5 R-10 0.4446 acres+/- Residential
(19,365.4 SF +/-) (One-Family Detached Dwelling Unit)
Residual R-10 2.1016 acres+/- Stormwater Management Area
(91,545.1SF +/-)
Right-of- -- Clarify size of Cul-de-Sac as terminus to Jefferson
way additional ROW Street Extension
dedication
TOTAL 4.5754 acres +/-
As shown above, apart from the existing legal non-conforming frontage existing for the proposed
Residual parcel on Monroe Terrace, the Lots proposed appear to be compliant with the Zoning
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and Bulk Standards for the R-10 Zone and R-8 Zone. The five (5) residential proposed lots have
frontage on the proposed Jefferson Terrace Extension, which will also be the main points of
access to the properties. The Residual Lot will be utilizing the existing legal non-conforming
frontage of the property along Monroe Terrace. There is a proposed maintenance easement
across Lot 5 related to stormwater management purposes. It is noted that there is an alley along
the western boundary of the subject property, but this is unimproved and is not utilized for any
type of access.
IV. SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS REVIEW
The procedures for subdivision of land are found in the Land Subdivision Regulations, (Dover Code
of Ordinances, Appendix A). Planning Staff confirms this application as a Major Subdivision. As
such, the Application will require the submission and review of a Conceptual Subdivision Plan by
the Planning Commission first, which is this subject Application. For the next step, the Applicant
will then be required to submit a Preliminary Layout Subdivision Plan for further Planning
Commission review and approval. The last step is submission of a Plat for Final Approval by
Planning Staff (and DAC Agencies) and recordation at the Kent County Recorder of Deeds.
To subdivide the properties, the plan review must ensure that the subdivision does not create any
new non-conformities with the bulk standards of the Zoning Ordinance. These bulk standards
include minimum lot size, front yard setbacks, side yard setbacks, rear yard setbacks, lot
coverage, etc. See also discussion below under Zoning Review.
V. ZONING REVIEW
R-10 (One-Family Residence Zone) and R-8 (One-Family Residence Zone)
The subject properties are zoned R-10 (One-Family Residence Zone) and R-8 (One Family
Residence Zone) and are subject to the regulations of Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 §1 and Article
4 §4.1. The use as a one-family detached dwelling-unit (single-family home) is a permitted use
in the R-10 Zone and in the R-8 Zone. The proposed Lots largely comply with the Zoning Bulk
Provisions as noted in Article 4 §4.1 of the Zoning Ordinance. The following Table highlights
some of the lot design standards for the R-10 Zone and R-8 Zone:
MINIMUM REQUIRED: R-10 ONE FAMILY R-8 ONE FAMILY
RESIDENCE ZONE RESIDENCE ZONE
Lot Area 10,000 SF 8,000 SF
Lot Width (ft.) 80 ft. 70 ft.
Lot Depth (ft.) 110 ft. 100 ft.
Front yard setback (ft.) 25 ft. 25 ft.
Minimum Side yard setback (ft.) 15 ft. 10 ft.
Total both Side Yards (ft.) 30 ft. 20 ft.
Rear yard setback (ft.) 30 ft. 30 ft.
Off-Street Parking Spaces 2 per dwelling 2 per dwelling
Maximum Permitted:
Building Height: Stories 2 ½ stories 2 ½ stories
Feet 35 feet 35 feet
Lot Coverage 30% 35%
Since these parcels are zoned R-10 and R-8, they are subject to the provisions of Zoning
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Ordinance, Article 5 §1.7 Uniformity of design in all one-family residence zones. These
provisions limit construction of buildings that are like or substantially like a neighboring
building to prevent monotony of architectural design.
Subdivision Waiver Request: Increase Percentage of Lots on Cul-de-sac
Per the Land Subdivision Regulations, a maximum of 20% of the lots in a development are
allowed to front on the turnaround section of a cul-de-sac. This version of the Subdivision
consists of a total of five lots and the residual and has four lots frontage on the cul-de-sac. Lots 2,
3, 4, and 5 have frontage on the curved line of the cul-de-sac. The Planning Commission will
need to provide a recommendation on this Waiver Request.
VI. STREETS
The Subdivision Plan proposes an extension of Jefferson Terrace as a public street leading to the
west from Monroe Terrace. There is existing right-of-way (approximately 60 feet wide with
some variation in width) for a portion of the street. The extension of Jefferson Terrace is
proposed to terminate in a cul-de-sac. This length of a dead-end street must comply with the
maximum length permitted (400 feet). The right-of-way for the street must be sixty (60) feet of
width. The width of the paved street is not provided, but the estimated width does not appear to
allow for on-street parking. The applicant has stated that the paved width of the street will be 24
feetwhich does not allow for on-streeting parking. Parking would be prohibited within the cul-
de-sac.
The street extension is required to include upright curbing and sidewalk constructed to the City
of Dover Standards. The plan proposes sidewalks along the entire periphery of the Jefferson
Terrace extension, though none is shown along the Monroe Terrace frontage (Residual Lot). If
the developer is seeking not to construct sidewalk on the Monroe Terrace frontage, then a waiver
request must be submitted.
The type of curbing is not identified. The applicant will need to work with the City’s Department
of Public Works regarding the street width design for this extension of Jefferson Terrace
including paved width, where on-street parking may be provided, the curbing, and the sidewalk
design.
VII. SITE CONSIDERATIONS
Site Access
The properties are currently undeveloped. The site abuts Monroe Terrace along the southern end
of the east property line. The terminus of Monroe Terrace provides access to the privately
maintained Mallard Drive, which crosses the subject site to provide vehicle access to a
residential property to the southwest.
Jefferson Terrace is currently only paved from South Governors Avenue to Monroe Terrace.
While the right-of-way thereof continues from Monroe Terrace westward to the subject site, it is
unimproved. The Applicant is proposing to construct a westward extension to Jefferson Terrace,
and extend it into the subject site, and provide a cul-de-sac for vehicle turn-arounds. To achieve
this, the Plans note that the Applicant is to allocate a portion of the subject site for the purpose of
the purpose of right-of-way dedication to create the cul-de-sac terminus of Jefferson Terrace.
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The maximum length of the cul-de-sac street is 400 feet. The method of measurement (start point
and end point) for the cul-de-sac length is from the centerline of Monroe Terrace to the end of
right-of-way at the cul-de-sac. This results in a compliant length of 374.6 feet +/-. The Applicant
must coordinate with the Public Works Office, as the extension of Jefferson Terrace will have to
be done to City of Dover standards for street construction. This is necessary to then dedicate the
extended road to the City for maintenance.
Infill Standards
The Zoning Ordinance Article 5, Section 1.12 Infill Standards notes requirements for
development for a lot or group of lots in an already developed area. It further specifies:
(a) Sidewalks. Standard City of Dover sidewalk, per chapter 98, shall be required to be
installed along public street frontage of every infill property by the property owner
or developer
(b) Landscaping. Infill structures shall be designed to minimize the impact on existing,
mature trees when practical. All residential lots shall include landscaping to include
plants and shrubs along the portions of the house that front a public street. No
form of vegetation shall be planted on a property in a way that blocks more than
half of the front façade(s) from public view.
(c) Primary facade. All buildings shall include a primary entry along the property's
street frontage, and shall also include a porch or other entry feature.
As noted on the Plan, the existing legal non-conforming width of the frontage along Monroe
Terrace is 68.65 feet. This is not proposed to change per this Conceptual Subdivision Plan. From
Jefferson Terrace south to the terminus of Monroe Terrace, there are eight (8) other parcels with
frontage on Monroe Terrace, most of which are developed with one-family detached dwelling
units (single-family homes). The development of this southern portion of the site noted as
“Residual Lot” and containing frontage on Monroe Terrace would therefore be considered an
infill lot and should follow the above referenced provisions when developed.
Sidewalks
There is no existing sidewalk along Monroe Terrace frontage of the existing property. As noted,
the right-of-way for Jefferson Terrace extension is unimproved. As such, there is no existing
sidewalk where the proposed Jefferson Terrace Extension is located. The Plan submitted shows a
sidewalk is proposed along both the north and south sides of the Jefferson Terrace Extension, as
well as the entirety of the cul-de-sac. No sidewalk is shown as being proposed along the Monroe
Terrace frontage of the existing property (proposed Residual parcel). A written waiver request
would be required to consider elimination of this sidewalk. The applicant has indicated the
intention to provide all required sidewalks including the segment on Monroe Terrace.
Flood Hazard Areas
Special Flood Hazard Areas (1% Chance of Annual Flood/ 100-year flood plain) appear to
remain as natural open space. The southern portion of this tract of land includes a Flood Hazard
Area. The area is proposed as the Residual Lot is largely subject to the Flood Hazard Area;
however, there is a portion of the property near the Monroe Terrace frontage that remains outside
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of the Flood Hazard Area and may therefore be still partially buildable. The proposed Lots 1-5
appear to be outside the Flood Hazard Area.
Wetlands
The Plan indicates that the southern portion of this tract of land includes areas as wetlands
adjacent to a stream that crosses the property. The reference source for the wetlands delineation
must be provided. If an area is large enough in size (0.25 acres) to require a setback from the
wetland area per the Zoning Ordinance it is to be provided. The setback of 100 feet can be
reduced to fifty (50) feet when a riparian buffer is established. The Applicant will have to
provide evidence to show that the existing woodland can be recognized as satisfying the riparian
buffer requirement. The wetland areas and required buffer shown on the plans do not appear to
impact the lots proposed for residential development.
Wet Soils and Basements
The Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 §11.23 regarding wet soils limits the building construction
when seasonally high-water table is within two and one-half feet of the surface and requires
construction subject to conditions to address the prevention of water damage. Subdivision Plans
must identify the seasonal high watertable on each lot if basements are proposed.
VIII. TREE AND LANDSCAPE PLANTING
The tree preservation, tree planting and landscaping requirements are subject principally to the
regulations found in Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Sections 15 and 16 and are also addressed in
other various sections of code related to buffering, screening, and open space.
Tree Planting & Preservation Plan
The subject site includes areas of existing woodland. It is not clear if and where woodland areas
may be cleared for development activities. Most of the woodland appears to be located in the
southern portions of Lots 4 and 5 and on the Residual Lot. The details of the Tree Preservation
and Planning Plan will be reviewed in the Preliminary Subdivision Plan application. Tree
clearing is limited to a maximum of 50% of the woodland per lot. New tree plantings are
required at a rate of one tree per 3,000 SF of non-woodland lot area.
There was a previous Permit that authorized some dead tree and debris clean-up activities on this
land tract and from within the stream that crosses the property.
Active Recreation Plan
The Zoning Ordinance includes requirements for areas of Active Recreation to be provided with
the development of residential subdivisions at a land area rate per dwelling unit. There are
exceptions to this requirement for residential subdivisions where the property is less than five
acres and less than ten dwelling units are proposed. This requirement is reviewed in the
Preliminary Subdivision Plan application process.
IX. CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
The subject proposal has been reviewed for code compliance, plan conformity, and completeness
in accordance with this agency’s authority and area of expertise. The following items have been
identified as elements which need to be addressed by the applicant:
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1) The Planning Commission must make a recommendation on the Subdivision Waiver Request
for an increased percentage of lots on a cul-de-sac. The Subdivision Waiver Request will be
forwarded to City Council for review and final action.
2) A sidewalk must be provided along the Monroe Terrace frontage of the proposed Residual
Lot. A Written Waiver Request from this requirement to provide said sidewalk along the
Monroe Terrace frontage of the proposed Residual Lot has not been filed consideration by
the Planning Commission. The applicant has indicated the intention to construct this
sidewalk segment.
3) Confirm proposed use of the Lot marked as “Residual” to the south of the subject site. If it
too is intended for residential development, label it consistently with other such Lots (Lot 6).
a. A portion of the Residual Lot appears to be buildable for residential development in
the area adjacent to Monroe Terrace.
b. If this Lot is to be limited for Stormwater Management activities only, then a
conservation easement to limit its use may be appropriate. Also, the long-term
owner/manager of this parcel for its stormwater management areas must be identified.
4) Update Location Map as it appears to be missing some linework.
5) Mark the Alley to the west of the subject site as “unimproved.” Add tie line or move the
street labels for Monroe Terrace and Jefferson Terrace.
6) Check labels and listing of the lot area for Lot 5; it appears to be more than 9,365.4 SF.
7) The source of the Wetlands Delineation must be listed on the plan along with the required
buffers. Label the size of the wetlands area.
8) Clarify the location of the 100 feet setback from the stream as only part to shown. Identify if
the stream has a name.
9) Clarify the woodland areas to be preserved (remain) and woodland areas to be removed. Also
list these sizes of each woodland area.
10) Add measurements of the front, side, and rear setbacks on each property as some are
unlabeled.
a. Lots 3 and 4 have a rear yard setback along the west property line.
b. The southern property line of the Residual Lot has a side yard setback (not a rear yard
setback).
11) Add paved width for extended street segment. Clarify the intent of on-street parking options
for this development.
12) Clarify the length of the proposed cul-de-sac as per the measurement method (start point and
end point) as determined by City Staff. Label and note on the plan.
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13) Corrections to the Data Column:
a. Note the Zoning Classification as R-10 (One-Family Residence Zone) and R-8 (One-
Family Residence Zone).
b. Item #5: Add the Residual Lot to listing.
c. For the proposed use, specify that it is to be “Residential (Single-Family Detached
Houses).”
d. Remove 25 ft. Wetlands Buffer from the Legend as this is not a City of Dover code
provision.
14) Following Preliminary Subdivision Plan approval, the Record Plan Sheet must document and
identify any existing and proposed easements for cross access, utilities, drainage, etc.
associated with the subdivision of these lots.
a. The Final Record Plat submission must include requirements described in Dover
Code of Ordinances, Appendix A: Land Subdivision Regulations, Article IV, C. Plat
and any additional requirements of the Planning Commission.
b. The formal Record Plan will need to be recorded upon completion of the approval
process with any corrections identified by the reviewing agencies.
15) The applicant will need to work with the Department of Public Works regarding the design
of the extension of Jefferson Terrace to the City of Dover Standards for the street, curbing,
and sidewalks.
X. RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES:
The Land Subdivision Regulations, Article I. Purpose, indicates that the regulations are adopted
in order to promote and protect the public health, safety, convenience and general welfare;
ensure the orderly growth and development of the City, the conservation, protection and proper
use of land, and adequate provision for housing, recreation, circulation, utilities and services; and
safeguard the City from undue future expenditure for the maintenance of streets and public
spaces.
1) This Major Subdivision Conceptual Plan creates six (6) lots out of the existing parcels, with
five (5) of the proposed residential lots having direct access on the proposed Jefferson
Terrace street extension and cul-de-sac, and a lot noted as “Residual Lot” to have access off
Monroe Terrace. The Subdivision Plan generally appears to comply with the Land
Subdivision Regulations (with one exception) and the bulk standards of the R-10 Zone and R-
8 Zone.
2) Subdivision Waiver Request – Increased Percentage of Lots on the Cul-de-sac: Planning
Staff recommends approval of a Subdivision Waiver Request to permit more than 20% of
lots in a development to front on the turnaround section of a cul-de-sac thus allowing the lot
configuration on the cul-de-sac. The unique shape of the larger tract of land does not allow
for the inter-connection of the proposed street to another existing street to avoid the cul-de-
sac.
a) This would also allow for the proposed maintenance easement shown for stormwater
management (shown on Lot 5) to instead be placed as part of the Residual Lot. An
adjustment of the property line location between Lots 4 and 5 may be necessary to
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maintain lot frontage requirements.
3) Sidewalk along the Monroe Terrace frontage: Staff recommends providing sidewalk along
the Monroe Terrace frontage of the Site (frontage of the proposed Residual Lot). As noted,
the Lot is considered “Infill” and as such would be required to follow the development
standards set out for Infill Lots and found in the Zoning Ordinance, Article 5, Section 1.12. It
is noted that several recently developed parcels with frontage on Monroe Terrace (south of
Jefferson Terrace) do include sidewalks along their Monroe Terrace frontages.
Other agencies may recommend additional conditions and safeguards in accordance with their
areas of expertise. The Recommended Additional Considerations to Meet Code Objectives are
offered for consideration by the Planning Commission.
XI. ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1) The Subdivision Waiver Request is required to be considered by the City Council following a
recommendation from the Planning Commission.
2) The Conceptual Plan is the first step in the major subdivision process. For this project, the
next step is the submission of the Preliminary Subdivision Plan for review. A Pre-
Application meeting is required to file the Preliminary Subdivision Plan.
3) Other agencies and departments which participate in the Development Advisory Committee
may provide additional comments related to their areas of expertise and code requirements.
4) In the event, that major changes and revisions to the Conceptual Subdivision Plan occur in
the development of the plan contact the Department of Planning and Inspections. These
changes may require resubmittal for review by the Development Advisory Committee,
Planning Commission, or other commissions making recommendations regarding the plan.
5) The applicant/developer shall be aware that prior to any ground disturbing activities on the
site the appropriate site inspections and permits are required.
6) The applicant shall be aware that Conceptual Subdivision approval does not represent a
Building Permit, Sign Permit and other associated construction activity permits. A separate
application process is required for issuance of a Permit from the City of Dover.
If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the
above contact person and the Planning Department as soon as possible.
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CITY OF DOVER Item 3.
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: AUGUST 27, 2025
APPLICATION: Lands of Wyoming, LLC and Functional Properties, LLC
(Ekaman Subdivision): Conceptual Subdivision Plan
FILE #: SB-25-02
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Department of Public Works and Water & Wastewater
CONTACT PERSON: Jason A. Lyon, P.E., Director of Water & Wastewater / Engineering Services
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7025
CONTACT EMAIL: jlyon@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN A CCORDANCE WITH THIS
A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
SANITATION / STORMWATER / STREETS / WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL
1. Our office has no objection to the conceptual subdivision plan. Further requirements will be provided if additional development
plans are submitted, this specifically refers to the sanitary sewer plan.
TYPICAL CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBDIVISION
WATER
1. All water utility components must meet the requirements of the Water Wastewater Handbook, effective date March 22, 2010.
Please contact our office for more information.
2. The following notes must be added to the plans:
a. Hydrant connections by the contractor are prohibited. This method may not be utilized during any phase of the project.
b. Any existing water lines not to be utilized by the proposed facility must be properly abandoned at the mains in accordance
with the City of Dover Department of Public Works specifications and requirements.
c. The site contractor shall contact the City of Dover Public Works Construction Manager at (302) 736-7025 prior to the start of
construction. A representative from the City of Dover Department of Public Works must observe and approve all City owned
water and sanitary sewer interconnections and testing. All water taps must be performed by a City of Dover approved
contractor. The proposed location for the water connection may need to be adjusted in the field due to conditions of the
existing main. Possible conditions that would require tapping relocation include proximity to pipe joints, other taps, concrete
encasements, conflict with other utilities, and the like. Test holes must be performed by the contractor to determine the
best tapping location. The City of Dover will not be held responsible for field conditions requiring adjustment of the tapping
location or for any work required by the contractor to make an appropriate and lawful connection.
3. All water mains within the proposed subdivision must be looped. No dead end mains are permitted. The utility plan must
incorporate the appropriate termination valves on the water system between construction phases.
4. The size, type, and location of all proposed and existing water lines and valves must be shown on the plan. All water mains shall
be either cement lined Class 52 cement lined ductile iron pipe or DR 18 PVC pipe. Division valves must be provided every 800
feet.
5. Water service lines shall be shown for each residential lot meeting the following requirements: The water services shall be one-
inch (1”) diameter Type K copper tubing or SDR9 pipe, and installed five feet (5’) to the right of the sewer lateral as viewed from
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the center line of the street. Curb stops shall be installed one foot (1’) outside of the right-of-way for each lot. A water meter
and meter pit must be installed on the domestic water service, in a non-traffic bearing location just downstream of the curb stop.
6. Fire hydrants shall be spaced no greater than 600 feet as measured along the curb. Fire hydrants shall be placed between the
curb and sidewalk at intersections or centered on lot lines. Fifteen feet (15’) separation must be provided between all hydrants
and hydrant valves.
WASTEWATER
1. All wastewater utility components must meet the requirements of the Water Wastewater Handbook, effective date March 22,
2010. Please contact our office for more information.
2. The following notes must be added to the plans:
a. Any existing sanitary sewer lines not to be utilized by the proposed facility must be properly abandoned at the mains in
accordance with the City of Dover Department of Public Works specifications and requirements.
b. Part II, Chapter 180, Article III, Section 180-10 of the Code of Kent County requires that “no person shall discharge or cause
to be discharged any stormwater, surface water, uncontaminated groundwater, roof runoff, subsurface drainage,
uncontaminated noncontact cooling water or unpolluted industrial process waters to any sanitary sewer”, this shall include
condensate. Sec. 110-231 of the City of Dover Code defines storm sewer as “…any system used for conveying rain water,
surface water, condensate, cooling water or similar liquid wastes, exclusive of sewage.” The contractor, developer, owner
and designers shall ensure during construction that no illegal discharges to the sanitary sewer system are created with the
site improvements.
3. All sanitary sewer mains shall terminate at manholes between construction phases. This may require sewer lines to extend
beyond the proposed phase lines to the next manhole.
4. Minimum slope criteria shall meet Ten States Standards. Provide flow calculations to justify sizing of the sewer mains, showing
that velocity requirements are met. Waiver requests must be approved by the Department of Public Works.
5. The desired location for sewer mains is under the centerline of the street. One-tenth of a foot (0.1’) drop must be provided across
all manholes. The minimum slope for eight-inch (8”) sanitary sewer pipe is 0.004 feet/feet. Minimum cover is 3.0 feet.
6. Sanitary sewer manholes shall be spaced no more than 400 feet apart.
7. The minimum size of all sanitary sewer laterals shall be six-inch (6”).
8. The size, length, slope, type and flow directions must be shown on all existing and proposed sanitary sewer lines. Rim and invert
elevations must be labeled on all sanitary structures.
9. Sanitary sewer laterals shall be shown for each residential lot meeting the following requirements: The sewer laterals shall be
six-inch (6”) diameter schedule 35 PVC and, where practicable, installed to the center of each lot. Sewer laterals shall be
connected directly to the main, not manholes, unless impracticable. Sewer laterals are to be installed one foot (1’) beyond the
right-of-way line at a typical depth of three feet (3’), preferably not exceeding five feet (5’). Cleanouts shall be installed one foot
(1’) outside of the right-of-way for each lot.
STORMWATER
1. Final site plan approval will not be granted until a copy of the approved Stormwater/Erosion and Sediment Control Plan from Kent
Conservation District submitted to our office.
2. The size, length, slope, type and flow directions must be shown on all existing and proposed storm sewer lines. Rim and invert
elevations must be labeled on all stormwater structures.
3. Submerged pipe inlets to ponds may only be permitted if they are so designed that the permanent pool elevation of the storm
water management area doesn’t surcharge back into the City of Dover’s storm drain structures and system.
4. The City of Dover Department of Public Works specifications require all culverts to be designed for the 25-year storm frequency
and all storm sewers to be designed for the 10-year storm frequency. The Manning’s equation shall be utilized in design as
applicable. Storm sewers are required to provide a minimum full flow velocity of 2 fps. Provide the calculations for each proposed
pipe segment that, at a minimum, include: upstream and downstream inverts, upstream and downstream ground elevations, and
ground cover provided; pipe slope, length, material, n value, and diameter; design flow, depth and velocity; and full flow and
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5. The City of Dover Department of Public Works specifications require that all inlets (catch basins) be designed for the 10-year storm
frequency (25-year storm frequency for sump conditions) and that the spread of water shall not exceed eight feet (8’) from the
flow line of the curb. The design must also meet the requirement that the hydraulic grade line may be no higher than one foot
(1’) below the top of the inlet. Provide the calculations for each proposed catch basin utilizing flows determined by each catch
basin’s contributory drainage area, for the appropriate storm frequency. Spread, depth of flow and hydraulic grade line data for
each inlet must also be included. Any carryover should also be noted and included at appropriate downstream catch basins as
applicable.
6. Provide all stormwater management calculations and erosion and sedimentation control plan as required by Article 5, Section
11.2 and 11.2 of the City of Dover Zoning Ordinance. Ensure that individual lot grading, house locations with finished floor
elevations, and driveway locations and grades are provided on the plans in order to verify the adequacy of the design. The
provided information should also show adequate conveyance of runoff from each lot.
STREETS
1. Final site plan approval will not be granted until a copy of the approved entrance plan, signed by DelDOT is submitted to our
office.
2. The current City of Dover standard street section provides for a 3’ grass strip between the curb and sidewalk. This standard was
administratively revised to meet ADA and FHA compliance with cross slope requirements and to prevent cars from scrapping at
driveways. The revised standard utilizes a five feet (5’) wide public sidewalk with a five feet (5’) wide grass strip behind the
curb.
3. Please add the following notes to the plans:
a. Standard City of Dover sidewalk, as per chapter 98, article IV of the Dover Code of Ordinances, shall be required to be
installed along the entire public street frontage of a property. Where frontage sidewalk exists but does not meet the
standards of chapter 98, article IV, the sidewalk shall be re-laid to meet the standards. Sidewalk shall include barrier-free
access ramping at points of intersection with street crossings and at other locations so as to afford reasonable barrier-free
pedestrian movement and site access.
b. In accordance to Appendix A, Article VI, Section B.3, all sidewalks shall ascend from the curbstone to the building line at the
ratio of one-quarter of an inch to the foot. Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect any pavement previously laid
by order of the city council, until it is taken up and relaid.
4. It shall be unlawful for any person to alter the curb of any street so as to create a curb depression for the purpose of permitting
vehicles to enter onto or exit from the city streets, without a permit issued by the city manager.
5. When determined to be necessary, dead-end streets, designated to be so permanently, shall not be longer than 400 feet and
shall be provided at the closed end cul-de-sac with a turnaround having an outside roadway diameter of 80 feet and a street
right-of-way diameter of 100 feet. In no instance shall more than 20 percent of the lots in a proposed development front on the
turnaround section of a cul-de-sac.
6. Streets shall be laid out so as to intersect as nearly as possible at right angles. The inner right-of-way line of a street intersecting
another street at an angle of less than 90 degrees shall be tangent to and follow a curve with a minimum radius of 150 feet
centered on the nearest right-of-way line and shall be parallel to said inner right-of-way line.
7. Street right-of-way lines deflecting from each other at any point shall be connected with a curve, the radius of which, for the
centerline of the right-of-way, shall not be less than 500 feet on arterial streets, 300 feet on collector streets and 150 feet on
minor streets. The outer and inner right-of-way line shall be parallel to said center right-of-way line.
8. Street rights-of-way lines at intersections shall be connected with a curve, the radius of which shall be at least 25 feet. The
required radius may be increased by the city engineer if the increased radius is necessary for public safety.
9. Street grades shall not exceed five percent.
10. Street grades shall not be less than one-half percent wherever feasible.
SANITATION
1. Every person occupying a residence or duplex and every owner of an apartment shall provide such premises with a sufficient
number of solid waste containers to provide adequate capacity for the solid waste placed out for collection without overloading
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1. Only trees listed as small to medium shall be planted under power lines; and no trees shall be planted within ten feet of any
underground water line, sewer line, transmission line or other utility.
2. It shall be unlawful and a nuisance for any person to plant any vegetation in any public right-of-way. Upon receipt of notice from
the city to remove any vegetation located in a public right-of-way, the owner of the abutting property shall remove such
vegetation at his own expense within the time limit provided in such notice.
3. It shall be unlawful and a nuisance for any person to plant any tree, shrub or bush within 16 feet of the curbline. Upon receipt of
notice from the city to remove any tree, shrub or bush which is located within 16 feet of the curbline, the owner of the property
upon which such tree, shrub or bush is located shall remove the same at his own expense within the time limit fixed in such
notice.
GENERAL
1. Add the following note to the plans, “A seven and one half feet (7.5’) wide easement is retained along all side and rear lot lines,
to be unoccupied by building, for utilities, drainage and sanitary sewer purposes. Except where lots are divided for any reason
whatsoever, said easements shall fall along the actual side and rear lot lines as conveyed. A fifteen feet (15’) wide utility easement
is retained along all rear lines of lots abutting the project boundary and other open spaces.” A ten feet (10’) wide utility easement
is required along all front yard lot lines for utility installation. When a water, sewer, or storm sewer main is not located in the
right of way, it shall be located within five feet (5’) of the center of a twenty feet (20’) wide utility easement.
2. The final site plan must be submitted in the following compatible digital formats:
a. AutoCAD 2018 (.dwg format).
b. Adobe Reader (.pdf format).
3. All existing utilities shall be adjusted to final grade in accordance with current City of Dover requirements and practices. This must
be included as a note on the plan.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
SANITATION / STORMWATER / STREETS / WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL
1. None.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
WATER
1. The City of Dover water system is available to this site. The developer is responsible for all costs associated with extending and
providing service to the proposed development.
2. Water impact fees will be required to be paid prior to any Certificate of Occupancies issued for this project.
3. Prior to plan approval, the water system plans must be submitted to the Division of Public Health, Office of Drinking Water for
review and approval. The owner/developer will be responsible for providing all completed forms and plan sets to the City of
Dover as required for submission to the Office of Drinking Water. Plans will not be submitted to the Office of Drinking Water until
review has been completed by our office.
4. Any future development shall adhere to the City of Dover Water/Wastewater Handbook.
5. Hydrant flow testing is currently only performed during the spring and fall. The applicant must call the Department of Water &
Wastewater directly to schedule these tests. This applies to both existing hydrants as well as those proposed for the site.
6. Any existing water lines not to be utilized by the proposed facility must be properly abandoned at the mains in accordance with
the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater specifications and requirements.
WASTEWATER
1. The City of Dover sanitary sewer system is available to this site. The developer is responsible for all costs associated with extending
and providing service and capacity to the proposed development.
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2. Prior to plan approval, it may be required to submit the sanitary sewer system plans to the DNREC, Division of Water Resources,
Surface Water Discharges Section for review and approval. The owner/developer is responsible for providing all application fees,
completed forms and plan sets directly to DNREC.
3. Profiles of the sanitary sewer main must be provided with the construction plans. All water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer
crossings must be shown on the profiles.
4. Wastewater impact fees will be required to be paid prior to any Certificate of Occupancies issued for this project.
5. Depending on the effluent flow, the downstream pump station may need to be evaluated by the developer / engineer to verify
it can handle the additional effluent flow.
6. Any future development shall adhere to the City of Dover Water/Wastewater Handbook.
7. Any existing sanitary sewer lines not to be utilized by the proposed facility must be properly abandoned at the mains in accordance
with the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater specifications and requirements.
STORMWATER / STREETS
1. If this property is developed, future approvals may be required from the Kent Conservation District and DelDOT.
2. Any future development shall adhere to the Specifications, Standards & Procedures for Public Works Construction.
GENERAL / SANITATION
1. None.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON AND THE
P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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Item 3.
CITY OF DOVER ELECTRIC
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: AUG 27, 2025
APPLICATION: Lands of Wyoming, LLC and Functional Properties, LLC
(Ekaman Subdivision): Conceptual Subdivision Plan
FILE #: SB-25-02
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Electric Department
CONTACT PERSON: Shawn Burgett, Engineering Services & System Operations Superintendent
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-674-7568
CONTACT EMAIL #: sburgett@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN A CCORDANCE
WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRIC
1. The roadway and curbing must be in.
2. The right-of-way must be within 6" of final grade.
3. The property corners must be staked.
4. Owner is responsible for locating all existing underground electric, communications and water facilities.
5. Owner is responsible for installing all conduits and equipment pads per the City of Dover Engineering Department
specifications.
6. Owner is responsible for site and/or street lighting.
7. Meter locations will be determined by City of Dover Engineering Department.
8. Load sheets and AutoCAD compatible DXF or DWG diskettes of site plans, including driveways, are required prior to
receiving approved electrical construction drawings.
9. Any relocation of existing electrical equipment will be engineered by the City of Dover Electric Department. Developer
may be required to perform a quantity of the relocation. Any work performed by the City of Dover will be at the
owner’s expense.
10. Prior to construction, owner is responsible for granting an easement to the City of Dover Electric
Department. Easement forms will be furnished and prepared by the City of Dover Electric Engineering Department.
11. Fees will be assessed upon final site plans. The owner will be responsible for fees assessed prior to
construction. Owner is required to sign off plans prepared by the Electric Department.
12. Must maintain 10' clearance around all electrical equipment, unless pre-approved by the City of Dover Electric
Engineering Department.
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13. Prior to the completion of any/all designs and estimates, the owner is responsible for providing the Electric
Engineering Department with a physical address of the property.
14. All Engineering and design for Dover Electric will be engineered upon final approved plans. All Engineering work will
be furnished by the City’s Electric Engineering Department.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
ELECTRIC
1. Owner must give the City of Dover Electric Department three (3) months’ notice prior to construction. Owner is
responsible for following the requirements outlined in the City of Dover’s Electric Service Handbook. The handbook
is available on the website at the following link: https://evogov.s3.amazonaws.com/media/27/media/13108.pdf.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
ELECTRIC
1. Provide load sheets as soon as possible for proper sizing of transformers and creation of primary fee estimates.
Fillable load sheets are available on the website at the following link:
https://www.cityofdover.com/media/Electric%20Department/COD%20Electric%20Load%20Sheet.pdf.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON
AND THE P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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CITY OF DOVER Y E
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE O M
F A
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
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D.A.C. MEETING DATE: 08/27/25 D S
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APPLICATION: Lands of Wyoming LLC and Functional Properties LLC
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FILE: SB-25-02 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover, Office of the Fire Marshal
CONTACT PERSON: Jason Osika, Fire Marshal PHONE #: (302) 736-4457
josika@dover.de.us
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY, AND
COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESS BY THE
APPLICANT:
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Proposed occupancy classification is a subdivision
2. Street width shall be in accordance with City of Dover Code of Ordinances, Appendix A, Article
VII, Section A. 13,
Residential areas
24 feet wide with no parking,
30 feet wide with parking on one side, or
36 feet wide with parking on both sides
Commercial areas
26 feet wide with no parking,
32 feet wide with parking on one side, or
38 feet wide with parking on both sides
Alley
12 feet wide
3. Any dead-end road more than 300 feet in length shall be provided with a turnaround or cul-de-
sac as outlined in the 2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, chapter 5, 2.3.
4. Speed Reduction Devices must be approved, please see City of Dover Ordinance Chapter 98-10 in
reference to this process.
5. Fire hydrants shall be installed per the requirements of City of Dover Public Utilities
Water/Wastewater Handbook, NFPA requirements, and Delaware State Fire Prevention
Regulations. City Ordinance Sec 46-9 (f).
5.1.1 Hydrant spacing as shown in the Fire Flow Tables shall be used as a general rule. Hydrants
shall be located at the direction of the State Fire Marshal so as to minimize friction in fire hose.
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All hydrant spacing shall be located along available roads or at the direction of the State Fire
Marshal. This measurement shall be calculated by way of accessible thoroughfare(s) from the
building to be protected to the hydrant and may not necessarily be a radius. 5.1.3 Additional
hydrants shall be provided when the State Fire Marshal deems it necessary based on the
configuration of the site, building(s), exposures, construction, occupancy, and/or specific
hazard(s).
Fire Flow table 2, hydrant spacing shall be 800 feet on center for one and two family detached
dwellings, other residential, rowhouses and townhouses, assembly, health care, business,
education, storage, industrial, mercantile, and mini storage. (702, Chapter 6)
NFPA 1
18.5.2 detached one- and two-family dwellings, fire hydrants shall be provided for detached one-
and two-family dwellings in accordance with both of the following: 1. the maximum distance to a
fire hydrant from the closest point on the building shall not exceed 600 feet 2. the maximum
distance between fire hydrants shall not exceed 800 feet.
18.5.3 buildings other than detached one- and two-family dwellings, fire hydrants shall be
provided for buildings other than detached one- and two-family dwellings in accordance with
both of the following 1. The maximum distance to a fire hydrant from the closet point on the
building shall not exceed 400 feet 2. The maximum distance between fire hydrants shall not
exceed 500 feet
6. All fire hydrants shall be marked as prescribed within the appropriate section of this regulation
and as illustrated by the appropriate figures of this regulation.
All fire hydrants shall have minimum of four-inch (4") solid yellow demarcation lines to define
specific areas, where fire hydrants are located along a curb line with permitted parking, the area
between the fire hydrant and the street or fire lane shall be stenciled with four inch (4")
demarcation lines and the words "NO PARKING", demarcation lines shall be measured from the
center line of the fire hydrant and extend for a distance 15 feet on both sides.
Where fire hydrants are located in parking lots or other areas susceptible to blockage by parked
vehicles they shall be treated as follows: fire hydrants shall be protected in all directions for a
distance of seven feet (7') with barriers or curbing, Minimum four-inch (4") diameter steel
bollards filled with concrete and marked yellow shall be installed at the outermost corners of the
fire hydrant demarcation area. The minimum height of the bollard shall be 36 inches above the
finished grade of the adjacent surface, and the steamer connection of all fire hydrants shall be
positioned so as to be facing the edge of the street, or traffic lane.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 6, 2)
The owner is responsible if the hydrant is private.
7. Hydrant barrels shall be provided with reflective material, such as paint, durable for
highway/roadway markings or a reflective tape of a minimum of 2” in width around the barrel
under the top flange, hydrant bonnets shall be color coded based on the following criteria: class
AA 1500 GPM - painted light blue, class A 1,000 GPM -1499 GPM - painted green, class B 500 -
999 GPM - painted orange, class C 250 - 499 GPM - painted red, class D under 250 GPM -
painted black.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 703, Chapter 3. 4)
The owner is responsible if the hydrant is private.
8. Hydrants are to be Darling Co. B-62-B Breakaway https://american-usa.com/products/valves-and-
hydrants/fire-hydrants/5-1-4-american-darling-b-62-b-5
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9. Every house, building or structure used or intended for use as living quarters or as a place for
conducting business, and having any wall facing or abutting any public or private street or alley,
shall have displayed on that wall, in legible, easily read characters which are of contrasting color
to the background, the proper street number for such house, building, or structure in accordance
with the following:
One-family and two-family residential structures, height, the number shall measure a minimum of four
inches in height, location, the number shall be placed on the house above or to the left or right of
the front entrance, color, the number shall be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals,
all numbers shall be Arabic numerals.
Multiple-family dwellings, measurements, the number shall measure a minimum of six inches when
identifying individual apartments with exterior doors, and 12 inches when identifying buildings
with apartment complexes where there are two or more buildings not assigned street addresses.
Individual buildings with street addresses shall have numbers measuring six inches, location,
numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the street end of the building so
as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the parking lot, color, numbers shall
be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic
numerals.
Commercial, industrial and office buildings, height, the numbers shall measure a minimum of 12 inches in
height, location generally, numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the
street end of the building so as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the
parking lot,
property line or driveway, should the building be located far enough from a public or private road so
that the numbers are not clearly visible from the street, then the street address shall also be
posted on the property at or near the property line or driveway to said building,
color; each building, numbers shall be contrasting to the background color and shall be placed on
each building in the complex,
Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic numerals,
Shopping centers. Shopping centers consisting of two or more stores shall have a tenant or suite
number affixed to the front of the tenant space and on the outside of the rear door which
corresponds with that tenant space. Numbers shall measure six inches in height.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 98-344)
10. Project to be completed per approved Site Plan.
11. Full building and fire plan review is required.
12. Construction or renovations cannot be started until building plans are approved.
13. Building cannot be occupied by the public until a Certificate of Occupancy is obtained.
14. The following is City Ordinance, Appendix B-Zoning, Article 8 Enforcement and Penalties:
Section 1. - Building permits.
No building or structure in any district shall be erected or structurally altered without a building permit
duly issued upon application to the building inspector. No building permit shall be issued unless the
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proposed construction or use is in full conformity with all the provisions of this ordinance. Any building
permit issued in violation of the provisions of this ordinance shall be null and void and of no effect,
without the necessity for any proceedings for revocations or nullification thereof, and any work
undertaken or use established pursuant to any such permit shall be unlawful (see section 4 for
penalties).
1.1 No building permit shall be issued for the construction or alteration of any building upon a lot
without frontage upon, or legal permanent access to, a public street improved to the satisfaction of the
planning commission, or without access to a public sewer.
1.2 No building permit shall be issued for any building where the site development plan of such
building is subject to approval by the planning commission, except upon approval of such plans
approved by the said commission.
1.21 No building permit shall be issued for any building in a subdivision unless the subdivision plot has
been approved by the planning commission.
1.3 No building permit shall be issued for a building to be used for any conditional use in any zone
where such use is allowed only with approval of the planning commission, unless and until such
approval has been duly granted by the said commission.
(Ord. of 7-12-1993, § 3)
ADDITIONAL / SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN APPROVAL:
1. Please ensure that the cul-de-sac meets the 2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
705, chapter 5, 2.3
2. A fire hydrant is needed in the cul-de-sac
APPLICABLE CODES LISTED BELOW (NOT LIMITED TO):
2021 NFPA 1 Fire Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2021 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2009 IBC (International Building Code)
Latest editions of all other NFPA Codes as defined by the Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
City of Dover Code of Ordinances
*If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above
contact person listed.
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CITY OF DOVER D
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DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY D
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T
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APPLICATION: Lands of Wyoming, LLC and Functional Properties, LLC (Ekaman
Subdivision)
FILE#: SB-25-02 REVIEWING AGENCY: DelDOT
CONTACT PERSON: Brian Williams PHONE#: 302-760-2141
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THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY'S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
CITY & STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
No person, firm, corporation or the like shall construct, open, reconstruct, maintain, modify or use any
crossing or entrance onto a state-maintained highway, street or road, including any drainage modifications
leading into or carried by the highway drainage system, without first having complied with standards and
regulations adopted by the Department and having obtained a permit issued by the Department.
Please contact the Delaware Department of Transportation - Development Coordination section to begin
permit process.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE
OBJECTIVES:
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1. Please contact the Department to schedule a project coordination meeting.
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KENT CONSERVATION DISTRICT
1679 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY • DOVER, DELAWARE 19901• (302) 608-5370 • WWW.KENTCD.ORG
CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
SEPTEMBER 2025
APPLICATION: Land of Wyoming, LLC and Functional Properties, LLC (Ekaman Subdivision)
FILE #: SB-25-02
REVIEWING AGENCY: Kent Conservation District
CONTACT PERSON: Cullen Baker
PHONE: (302) 608 – 5370
EMAIL: stormwater@kentcd.org
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY
AND COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF
EXPERTISE. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE
ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
Source: 2019 Delaware Sediment and Stormwater Regulations
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. A Stormwater Assessment Study (SAS) and pre-application meeting are required.
2. As the disturbance for this site will exceed 5,000 square feet, a detailed sediment and stormwater management
plan must be reviewed and approved by the District prior to any land disturbing activity (i.e. clearing, grubbing,
filling, grading, etc.) taking place. The review fee and a completed Application for a Detailed Plan are due at
the time of plan submittal to the District’s office.
3. The following notes must appear on the record plan:
a. The Kent Conservation District reserves the right to enter private property for purposes of periodic site
inspection.
b. The Kent Conservation District reserves the right to add, modify, or delete any erosion or sediment control
measure, as it deems necessary.
c. A clear statement of defined maintenance responsibility for stormwater management must be provided on
the Record Plan.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1. There are previously approved stormwater plans that have expired due to construction never taking place. A
new set of plans adhering to the current stormwater regulations will need to be submitted for approval.
2. This plan is located in an area that is to be undermanaged per the Puncheon Run Flood Study to beat the peak
run-off generated in the contributing upland drainage area. This area is also under 10% of the total contributing
drainage area and is only required to manage the 1-year (RPv) storm event.
3. The preferred methods of Stormwater management are those practices that maximize the use of the natural
features of a site, promote recharge and minimize the reliance on structural components.
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Sediment & Stormwater Program Ekaman Subdivision
SB-25-02 SEPTEMBER 2025 Item 3.
4. The proposed plan doesn’t appear to show stormwater management for the RPv storm. Provide stormwater
management or specify if DNREC’s fee in leu is being proposed for not managing the RPv storm event.
5. If the fee in leu is being proposed, we will require the stormwater drain pipe and stormwater easement
proposed within lot 5 to be relocated into open space, since this will act as the sole drainage outlet for the
subdivision. We will also require the end of the storm drain to extend past the rear of the lots further into the
residual portion of the parcel, closer to the blue line stream.
6. Please note the Kent Conservation District will not review an application more than three times. If after the
third review the plan is still not found to be approvable, the application will be denied, and a new application
with review fees are to be re-submitted to continue a detailed plan review.
7. As a reminder, the Kent Conservation District is required to verify that a Notice of Intent (NOI) for Stormwater
Discharges Associated with Construction Activity under a NPDES General Permit has been received by
DNREC prior to District approval.
8. A letter of no objection to recordation will be provided once the detailed Sediment and Stormwater Management
Plan has been approved.
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Item 3.
CITY OF DOVER Dover/Kent
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
County
Metropolitan
ADVISORY BRIEF Planning
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: 9/3/2025 Organization
SB-25-02 Lands of Wyoming, LLC and Functional Properties, LLC (Ekaman Subdivision):
Conceptual Subdivision Plan
FILE # SB-25-02 REVIEWING AGENCY: Dover/Kent County MPO
CONTACT PERSON: Malcolm Jacob PHONE #: (302) 387-6030
Attached, please find comments submitted by Dover Kent MPO for each of the current City of Dover Development
Advisory Committee (DAC) applications. These comments are a part of the MPO’s ongoing goals of promoting
transportation safety and connectivity within the region. They are submitted in accordance with the support given by
the MPO Council on November 6, 2024.
Issues of concern to the MPO are effective transit, reducing the amount of vehicle emissions by shortening or
eliminating trips, and facilities for alternative modes of transportation, including bicycle and pedestrian access. The
MPO considers the bicycle facilities required by the City of Dover to be the standard for all applications, not to be
waived.
City of Dover Planning Commission
Site Development Plan Review
SB-25-02 Lands of Wyoming, LLC and Functional Properties, LLC (Ekaman Subdivision):
Conceptual Subdivision Plan
Monroe Terrace is a low-volume local road that has a Level of Traffic Stress (LTS) of 1. These
conditions suggest the road is generally safe for walking and biking. However, sidewalks would
still be useful for separating pedestrians from vehicle traffic. Although the proposed subdivision
does not have a significant amount of frontage along Monroe Terrace, it should still utilize
sidewalks internally and on the property’s frontage to the extent possible. This will make it easier
to connect with new sidewalks on Monroe Terrace at a later date. Sidewalks are included in the
current plan. Note that the applicant should follow the City of Dover Code for sidewalks when
adding pedestrian facilities.1
1
“Dover Code: Appendix B, Article 5, Section 18.” City of Dover, DE.
https://library.municode.com/de/dover/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_APXBZO_ART5SURE_S18
PEBIMUDAACRE.
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It is also important to ensure that large vehicles, particularly emergency vehicles such as fire
trucks and ambulances, can easily access and turn around within the cul-de-sac. Coordination
with the City of Dover Fire Department will help with meeting this need.
Dover Kent MPO will have more specific comments for the property when a site plan is
proposed.
If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the
above contact person and the Planning Department as soon as possible.
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Item 3.
August 1, 2025
Dawn Melson-Williams, AICP
Principal Planner
City of Dover
Department of Planning & Inspections
P.O. Box 475
Dover, DE 19903
RE: Waiver Request – Percentage of Lots on Cul-de-sac
Ekaman Subdivision – Tax Parcel # ED-05-077.17-06-02.01 – Jefferson Terrace Extension
Dear Mrs. Melson-Williams:
We respectfully request a waiver from the City of Dover Subdivision Regulations as outlined in the Dover
Code of Ordinances, Appendix A, Article VI, Section A.15, which states:
“In no instance shall more than 20 percent of the lots in a proposed development front on the turnaround
section of a cul-de-sac.”
We are seeking relief to permit 4 out of 6 proposed lots—equivalent to 67%—to front on the cul-de-sac
turnaround.
This request is necessitated by the unique shape and physical constraints of the parcel, which limit feasible
access to a dead-end cul-de-sac extension of Jefferson Terrace. The proposed layout is the only practical
configuration that allows for safe and functional access to all lots.
All proposed residential lots comply with applicable zoning requirements, including yard setbacks, and
incorporate standard infrastructure such as sidewalks, curbing, and signage. Additionally, the total length
of the dead-end roadway—from the centerline of Monroe Terrace to the end of the proposed right-of-way—
is 374.6 linear feet, which remains within the maximum allowable length per the Code.
We appreciate your consideration of this request and are available to provide any additional information or
clarification as needed. I can be reached directly at 302-922-5574 or by email at tadams@mntnesllc.com.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
MOUNTAIN ENGINEERING SERVICES, LLC
Troy L. Adams, P.E.
President
103 S. Bradford Street, Dover, DE 19904 ● (302) 744-9875
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EKAMAN SUBDIVISION
103 S. BRADFORD ST.
DOVER, DE 19904
P.O. BOX 558
DOVER, DE 19903
T-302-744-9875
F-866-672-6428
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Item 4.
City of Dover
DATA SHEET FOR REVISED SITE PLAN REVIEW & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
CERTIFICATION
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING OF September 3, 2025
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF September 15, 2025
Plan Title: Dover Mobility Center Garage at 133 S. Governors Avenue, S-25-01 Revised
Plan Type: Revised Site Development Plan and Architectural Review Certification
Location: North of Minor Street Alley between South Bradford Street and South
Governors Avenue
Owners: Downtown Dover Development Corporation (Downtown Dover Partnership)
The Downtown Dover Development Corp. – Dover Parking Authority as the
(Downtown Dover Partnership)
City of Dover
Capital City Transformation Alliance
Main Street – Dover Inc. (previously owned by CEI Properties LLC)
Addresses: 133 S. Governors Avenue, 139 S. Governors Avenue, 145 S. Governors
Avenue, 136 S. Bradford Street, 148 S. Bradford Street, 150 S. Bradford
Street (and 132 S. Bradford Street), Dover
Tax Parcels: ED-05-077.09-02-10.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-09.00-000, ED-05-077.09-
02-08.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-24.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-25.00-000,
ED-05-077.09-02-27.00-000, (and ED-05-077.09-02-23.00-000)
Size: 1.03 acres +/- (Total of 37,353 SF (0.8577ac) and adjacent parcel)
Present Uses: Parking Lot (and Two Residential-Style Buildings used as Offices, now
demolished)
Proposed Use: Parking Garage Structure with Retail, Storage, Office
Zoning: C-2 (Central Commercial Zone)
H (Historic District Zone)
Building Area: Revised 144,938 SF (previously 169,885 SF)
Off Street Parking: 431 vehicle parking spaces and bicycle parking spaces
Sewer & Water: City of Dover
For Consideration: Revised Architectural Review Certification including alternative side yard
setbacks
Tree Mitigation Plan
Parking Strategy Statement (Revised)
P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 42
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CITY OF DOVER
City of
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE Dover
Planning
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY Office
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: September 3, 2025
APPLICATION: Revised Dover Mobility Center Garage at S. Governors Avenue, S. Bradford
Street, and Minor Street Alley
FILE #: S-25-01 Revised REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Planning
CONTACT PERSON: Dawn Melson-Williams, AICP PHONE: 302-736-7196
This Report for Revised S-25-01 Dover Mobility Center Garage was updated upon submission of
an updated Site Plan set and associated Revised Architectural package.
Note: The original Review Report was initially prepared by Staff of the Rossi Group (under a
Planning Services contract with the City of Dover). The Report of January 2025 was completed with
additional review and editing by the City’s Planning Office. This Revised Report utilizes that
original Report as a starting point.
I. PLAN SUMMARY (Reviewed Revised Plan Sets dated 8/1/2025 and Revised Graphics
Set dated 8/1/2025)
This is for Review of a Revised Site Development Plan Application, Parcel Consolidation Plan, and
associated Architectural Review Certification to permit construction of a new Mobility Center
Garage for Downtown Dover, located between South Bradford Street and South Governors Avenue,
and north of Minor Street Alley. The Revised proposal includes a four-story, 144,938 SF Parking
Garage structure to be known as the Dover Mobility Center Garage. The structure is revised to
consist of 329 parking spaces, welcome and retail, a management office, and retail and storage
spaces. There have been architectural changes as designed, including the removal of the S. Bradford
Street garage entrance. The 1.03+/- acre property includes existing surface parking lots and the
previous location of the now demolished two residential-style buildings most recently used as office
space. The properties are zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) and subject to H (Historic District
Zone). The owners of record include the Downtown Dover Partnership; City of Dover; Capital City
Transformation Alliance; and Main Street – Dover Inc. Property Addresses: 133 S. Governors
Avenue, 139 S. Governors Avenue, 145 S. Governors Avenue, 136 S. Bradford Street, 148 S.
Bradford Street, 150 S. Bradford Street, and 132 S. Bradford Street. Tax Parcels: ED-05-077.09-02-
10.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-09.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-08.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-24.00-
000, ED-05-077.09-02-25.00-00, ED-05-077.09-02-27.00-000, and ED-05-077.09-02-23.00-000.
Council District 4. This Revised project was the subject of HI-24-09 Revised for Historic District
Commission Review and Recommendation on the Architectural Review Certification on August 21,
2025. The project is also associated with MI-24-10 Request for Alley Abandonment: Part of Alley
Between S. Governors Avenue and S. Bradford Street.
The project includes a Parcel Consolidation Plan for the six main parcels of the project area. This
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multiple property owners and including the City where a proposed transfer of land has been
granted approval under earlier processes with the City Council. This parcel consolidation is also
related to future action on the Alley Abandonment Request (MI-24-10) for an Alley that currently
traverses over and/or bisects this set of six parcels.
The Site Plan S-25-01 Dover Mobility Center Garage was granted conditional approval by the
Planning Commission on January 21, 2025. This Application Revised S-25-01 will be subject to the
same process with a public hearing before the Planning Commission.
Previous Applications
The existing surface parking lot fronting South Governors Avenue was constructed in 2007,
following the demolition of buildings on the site (S-07-52, HI-07-05 and HI-06-07). Based on
orthophotography, the Bradford Street parking lot was constructed sometime between 1965-1992.
In May 2024, the Historic District Commission reviewed applications for Architectural Review
Certification for Demolition of the two residential-style buildings located at 148 South Bradford
Street (HI-24-02) and 150 South Bradford Street (HI-24-03). On May 16, 2024, the Commission
passed a motion to deny both applications for Architectural Review Certificates to demolish the
structures, with two members voting in favor of the motion and one member voting in opposition
to the motion.
Following the denial of the Architectural Review Certificates, the applicant appealed the denial to
the Planning Commission, in accordance with Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 - Planning
Commission, Section 3. Historic District Commission and Architectural Review, Section 3.23 (D).
At their meeting on June 17, 2024, the Planning Commission passed a motion to reverse the
Historic District Commission’s denial of the Architectural Review Certificates to demolish the
structures, with four members voting in favor of the motion and two members voting in opposition
to the motion. This action granted approval of the Architectural Review Certification to allow
Demolition of these two buildings. Following issuance of Demolition Permits, both buildings have
been demolished.
On December 16, 2024, the Planning Commission considered MI-24-10, a Request from the
Downtown Dover Partnership to abandon a portion of an improved Alley located between South
Governors Avenue and South Bradford Street, extending approximately 132 feet north of Minor
Street Alley. This Alley runs through the project site for the Dover Mobility Center Garage. The
Planning Commission recommended in favor of the proposed abandonment. The proposed
abandonment was subject to review by the City Council Committee of the Whole Utility
Subcommittee on January 14, 2025) and then a public hearing before City Council. City Council
on February 10, 2025 adopted Resolution #2025-02 to abandon the portion of the improved Alley.
The Project Site is subject to Application HI-24-09 Dover Mobility Center Garage. At the
December 19, 2024 Meeting of the Historic District Commission, they considered the Application
and provided a Recommendation on the Architectural Review Certification for the project. The
Revised submission also revisited the Historic District Commission on August 20, 2025 for an
updated Recommendation on the Architectural Review Certification. See Section IV. Architectural
Review Certification. (See attached Recommendation Report.)
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Preliminary Land Use Services Review (PLUS):
The PLUS Review is required by a City of Dover Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for
certain types of projects. Due to its location in the Downtown Dover Redevelopment Target Area,
this project was not required to complete PLUS Review process.
II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
PROJECT PROPOSAL as Revised (documents of August 1, 2025)
The Revised Application proposes construction of a Parking Garage Structure and other site
improvements for the development of the Dover Mobility Center Garage. The proposed Mobility
Center is part of the centralized parking strategy proposed in the Capital City 2030: Transforming
Downtown Dover Master Plan. The Mobility Center is also identified in the Master Plan as a
Project Site. The project location includes the surface public parking lots fronting South Bradford
Street and South Governors Avenue. It was the previous the site of the two residential-style
buildings for which the Planning Commission granted the Architectural Review Certificates for
demolition; the buildings have been demolished.
The Parking Garage Structure is located at the lot lines of the site adjacent to Minor Street Alley,
South Bradford Street, and South Governors Avenue and positioned at the edge of the sidewalks
on South Bradford Street and South Governors Avenue. The Revised four-story structure is being
designed to include 329 vehicle parking spaces and bicycle parking with a welcome center and
expanded retail space; public restrooms; bicycle repair shop; management office; and other support
spaces on the ground level. The lower two stories of the structure are predominantly brick, while
the upper stories, which are set back six feet from the lower stories, are predominantly precast
concrete spandrel panels.
It is noted that the adjacent parcel at 132 S. Bradford Street (ED-05-077.09-02-23.00-000 owned by
City of Dover) appears to have been included into the project area to address site improvements i.e.
stormwater management, tree plantings, etc. It does not include the proposed building footprint. In
the Revised submission, this parcel is depicted as open space for a pocket park/stormwater retention
area and a retaining row of existing parking spaces.
Surrounding Land Uses
This subject property area location north of Minor Street Alley, east of South Governors Avenue,
and west of South Bradford Street is within the Downtown Redevelopment Target Area and the
Downtown Development District (High Priority Target Area). As previously noted, all six parcels
are zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone.) Properties immediately adjacent to the subject project
location are zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone), with other nearby properties zoned RGO
(General Residence and Office Zone). The subject area and the surrounding properties are also
within the H (Historic District Zone). In the remaining portions of the block to the north of the
subject area are a service establishment (dry cleaner), other surface parking lots, the Dover Fire
Department Station #1, a church building, and several mixed-use buildings. To the south of the
Minor Street Alley are mixed-use buildings (first floor commercial or office with upper for
residential uses) fronting on the West Loockerman Street, the Downtown commercial corridor. To
the west across S. Governors Avenue is the proposed location of The Governor: Mixed Use
Building at 120 S. Governors Avenue (subject to Site Plan Application S-25-11).
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III. ZONING REVIEW
C-2 (Central Commercial Zone)
The subject project area is zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone); this zoning designation will
remain in place. The description of the C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) zoning district is provided
in Article 3 §13 of the Zoning Ordinance and provisions identify the allowable (permitted) uses and
the related bulk and design standards for the C-2 zone. The C-2 zone allows for “parking lots and
parking structures as a principal use.” The subject project area, once combined into one parcel, will
have frontage on two streets, South Governors and South Bradford; the Minor Street Alley is
considered a side. The C-2 zone requires a zero minimum setback. The northern lot line treated as a
side yard has no required setback, but a minimum side yard setback of five feet if provided. Per the
Site Data table, the side setback, as revised, ranges from 0.33 to 5.4 feet. The Historic District
Commission, through the Recommendation of an Architectural Review Certificate, has the authority
to recommend waiver of bulk standards.
The building’s height and number of stories are in compliance with the C-2 zone. The floor area
ratio (FAR) proposed is revised to be 3.73, which is in compliance with the maximum FAR
allowed of 5.0. The total lot coverage of the project is listed as 97.4%. The C-2 zone does not have
a maximum lot coverage requirement.
The C-2 zoning district also includes some design standards provisions. See the code excerpt
below:
Article 3 Section 13
13.5 Design standards. The following standards shall apply to the site and building development in
the central commercial zone (C-2):
13.51 Façade articulation. Building facades should incorporate design elements to provide a base,
middle, and top of the building to reinforce the pedestrian scale at the street level.
13.52 Height. For buildings greater than four stories in height, then the upper floors above the
fourth story shall step back six feet for fifty percent of the width of the primary facade. For buildings
greater than six stories, then the upper floors above the sixth floor shall step back an additional six
feet on the primary façade. These step back areas may begin at a lower height than these
minimums as part of the building design in order to be compatible with the character of the area.
13.53 Step back areas. The step back areas should be open to the sky and can be open air
balcony spaces or other design architectural features that are not enclosed spaces.
13.54 Off-street parking. Off-street parking lots shall not be permitted to be situated between the
street line and the primary facade of the principal building. Consideration should be given to
locating parking to the side or rear of the building.
13.55 Screening. Any off-street parking lots provided shall be screened from the street line by
buildings, landscaping, or other means. Off-street parking lots shall be screened from adjacent
residential zones and residential uses. This screening provision does not apply to adjacent alleys.
The plan as presented complies with these design standards related to the tri-part façade, building
height, and step back areas.
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H (Historic District Zone)
The entire project site is located in the H (Historic District Zone) and subject to the provisions of
the Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 §21 and referenced sections. The H (Historic District Zone) is
described in Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 Section 21 with the following purpose statement:
Article 3, Section 21. - Historic district (H).
21.1 Purpose. The purpose of this historic district regulation is to preserve and enhance that
unique character and value of the old portion of Dover as an area of special charm and interest. It
is particularly intended that the regulations prevent, in the historic dis trict, any change of
conditions that would be deemed to be a disfigurement or degradation of the present unique
visual and architectural qualities of the district.
IV. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW CERTIFICATION
Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 §3.2 outlines the review process for Architectural Review
Certification and related building height, bulk, and setback standards. This process begins with
Review by the Historic District Commission. At the Historic District Commission, the Application
was initially reviewed December 19, 2024 and the Revised Application was reviewed on August
21, 2025.
Review of DESIGN STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
Location within the H (Historic District Zone) requires proposals for demolition, new construction,
additions, and certain renovation or rehabilitation activities to receive an Architectural Review
Certificate. As stated in the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic
District Zone, an Architectural Review Certificate will be granted “if it is found that the
architectural style, general design, height, bulk and setbacks, arrangement location and materials
affecting the exterior appearance are generally in harmony with neighboring structures and
complementary to the traditional architectural standards of the historic district.” Zoning
Ordinance, Article 10 §3.2 outlines the review process for Architectural Review Certification and
related building height, bulk, and setback standards.
This Revised proposal must be reviewed for conformity with the design criteria guidelines found
in Chapter 4: New Construction, Additions, Demolition and Relocation. The Design Standards
and Guidelines for New Construction (Chapter 4: pages 4-1 through 4-8) provide the design
criteria and development guidelines. The guidelines specify a series of individual considerations
for new construction to be considered in the review by the Historic District Commission (and
Planning Commission) of the project for Architectural Review Certification.
The Revised proposed project must also be reviewed for compliance with the standards established
by the Zoning Ordinance. The standards include items such as setbacks from property lines, floor
area ratio, height, etc.
Alternative Bulk Standards – Consideration of Side Yard Setback
The setbacks of the Garage Structure from the property lines are met except for the side yard
setback along the northern property line. The C-2 zoning district has a side yard setback of five
feet when one is provided; the building’s placement encroaches into this setback at a variety of
widths. Per the plan, the side yard setback ranges (on both sides) from 0.33 feet to 5.4 feet.
Therefore, relief must be granted to allow the encroachment; the Planning Commission granted
this relief in January 2025. Slight alterations in the building placement on this site still require
consideration of these Alternative Bulk Standards.
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HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION – REVISED RECOMMENDATION
For the Dover Mobility Center Garage project, the Historic District Commission initially
considered the application HI-24-09 on December 19, 2024 regarding an Architectural Review
Certificate for construction of the Dover Mobility Center and the various other Site Improvements.
The Revised project was considered by the Historic District Commission on August 21, 2025. The
Historic District Commission considered the Revised proposal for construction and has
provided a recommendation to the Planning Commission in regard to the Architectural
Review Certification for the project. The specific recommendation involved consideration of
the Design Standards and Guidelines. See attached Revised Recommendation Report from
the Historic District Commission. In response to the Historic District Commission’s review, the
applicant has completed some design revisions to the stair tower elements. Specifically, the stair
tower at the corner of S. Bradford Street and the Minor Street Alley was revised to include brick
materials on the lower floors wrapping around the corner.
The Planning Commission should act upon the Revised Architectural Review Certification as part
of any motion to approve this project, or as a separate motion if necessary. In taking this action,
the Planning Commission is to consider the standards and guidelines found in Chapter 4 of the
Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone and other
referenced sections.
V. PARKING SUMMARY
The C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) does not include a minimum parking requirement. The
project area is within the Downtown Redevelopment Target Area. Additionally, Article 6 §3 of the
Zoning Ordinance states:
For new construction within the downtown redevelopment target area, as described in appendix
C of the Dover Code of Ordinances, there is no minimum off-street parking requirement based
on use. To utilize this exception, a parking strategy statement must be submitted for review as
part of the site development plan approval required by appendix B, zoning, article 10, section 2.
The applicant has submitted a Revised Parking Strategy Statement with the application. The
Statement describes the existing 83 parking spaces in permit & paid parking lots and private
packing locations and also the proposed Parking Garage Structure. The Parking Garage is
proposed to consist of 329 vehicle parking spaces and 36 bicycle parking spaces to serve as a
mobility hub with functions to serve multiple modes of transportation.
This project is a Parking Garage Structure designed as part of a larger parking strategy to provide
parking surrounding uses in Downtown Dover. The Parking Garage Structure proposes to provide
329 parking spaces. The ingress and egress into and out of the Parking Garage are now redesigned
to only be from South Governors Avenue as the garage’s vehicle access to South Bradford Street
has been eliminated.
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle parking shall be provided for parking spaces at a rate of one (1) bicycle parking space for
every twenty (20) parking spaces. Based on the 329 parking spaces provided, 16 bicycle spaces
are required. The Plans submitted include 36 bicycle parking spaces. The bicycle parking is
proposed to be located on the ground floor of the Mobility Center Garage and is not specifically
shown on the Site Plan.
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VI. SITE CONSIDERATIONS
Lighting
The Site Data table indicates that lighting shall be 1.5-foot candles at grade, but it does not show
proposed locations for light fixtures. The architectural package indicates that pedestrian-scale lighting
will be provided on the building exterior. It is unclear what street lighting exists or is proposed.
Dumpsters
Dumpsters are typically required at a rate of two dumpsters per non-residential building serving
trash and recycling collection. This property would require two dumpster units. The Site Data table
indicates that two dumpsters will be provided. It appears that these will be located within the
structure on the south side of the building along Minor Street Alley. It is noted that within the
existing parking lot, there is a Dumpster used as a centralized collection point for neighboring
business.
Sidewalks
There is existing sidewalk along South Bradford Street and South Governors Avenue which will
need to be replaced with construction. The plan submitted shows expanded sidewalks on the
subject property adjacent to the building. The submitted plan shows the concrete sidewalks on
South Bradford Street and South Governors Avenue; however, the Project Graphics Set depicts
brick sidewalks for some of these areas.
VII. BUILDING ARCHITECTURE - REVISED
The application proposes a Mobility Center Garage Structure located at the lot lines of the site
adjacent to Minor Street Alley, South Bradford Street, and South Governors Avenue, positioned at
the edge of the sidewalks on South Bradford Street and South Governors Avenue. The four-story
building is being redesigned to include 329 parking spaces with a welcome center and expanded
retail; public restrooms; bicycle repair shop; management office; and other support spaces on the
ground level. For the façade, the lower two stories of the structure are predominantly brick, while
the upper stories, which are set back six feet from the lower stories, are predominantly precast
concrete spandrel panels.
Exposed stair towers are located at the northwest and southeast corners of the building, where the
use of glass is intended to reflect neighboring building architecture and the sky. The roof heights
are noted at 53.32 feet on South Governors Avenue and 57.40 South Bradford Street. The two stair
towers are the tallest building elements. The ramped parking deck sits behind the building façade
along the east and west elevations of the two lower stories; the ramped parking decks are visible
through openings on the upper stories of west and east elevations. The south elevation includes the
brick façade wrapped from the west building face and the stair tower on the east side also now
partially wrapped in brick. Between these areas, the south elevation reveals precast concrete with a
parking garage appearance. The north elevation is a solid party wall for the western half of the
elevation, likely to be consistent with fire code requirements, due to proximity to the property line.
This area of the party wall is designed to host a large mural. The remaining portion of the north
elevation (eastern half) has been revised to the precast concrete panels of the parking decks with
bands of horizontal openings. Vehicle access to the garage is via entry and exit points from South
Governors Avenue as revised. Windows and double door entries are proportioned to align with
neighboring buildings. Canopies visually lower the building’s scale.
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See the attached Revised Site Plan set (dated 8-1-2025) and Revised Architecture Set (updated for
9-15-2025 Planning Commission Meeting). The attached elevation drawings and site plan
drawings show detailed information on building dimensions, locations, and material choices.
VIII. TREE PLANTING AND LANDSCAPE PLAN
Tree Planting Requirements
The Zoning Ordinance requires tree planting at a rate of one tree per 3,000 SF of non-woodland
development area. Based on the total non-woodland area for the submitted plan of 46,221 SF (total
area of seven parcels), 15 trees are required to be planted. The Tree Preservation and Density table
indicates that 13 trees are required based on a site area of 37,353 SF; this should be revised to
reflect the additional parcel needed to address some of the development aspects. Within the
Parking Garage Structure, encompassing almost all of the project area, there are no on-site
plantings depicted. The adjacent lot at 132 S. Braford Street shown as an open space area appears
to include several existing trees. It is noted that the street frontages of the project area include
street trees (total of 6 trees). Within the existing project area, twelve (12) trees will be removed for
the development.
Request for Tree Mitigation Plan
The applicant previously submitted a Request Consideration of a Tree Mitigation Plan, requesting
that the required trees be planted off-site within the Downtown Dover area on lands owned by the
Downtown Dover Partnership or in a City-owned pocket park; the Request continues for this
Revised Plan. The initial Request indicated that potential locations are to be discussed with the
City and the Downtown Dover Partnership. A Tree Mitigation Plan must be provided for
consideration by the Planning Commission at a rate of 1 tree per 1 deficit tree as per Article 5,
Section 16 of the Zoning Ordinance; see below. Previously the Planning Commission granted this
Request for a Tree Mitigation Plan. The specific location plans for the tree plantings must be
documented in an agreement and approved prior to Final Site Plan Approval.
Article 5 Section 16
16.9 Tree mitigation.
16.91 Planning commission waiver. The planning commission may waive the provisions of subsections
16.52, 16.53, and 16.62, and require replacement planting for mitigation purposes should the planning
commission determine, after demonstration by the applicant, that due to physical limitations of the land
which would otherwise prohibit the reasonable use of the land, or for purposes of preserving, protecting
and promoting the interest of public health, safety, welfare and/or public convenience. All tree mitigation
plantings must occur within the corporate limits of the City of Dover. Tree mitigation may occur off-site in
accordance with the provisions listed below in this ordinance:
(a) If a waiver is sought from the provisions of subsection 16.62, new tree plantings are required
at a rate of 1:1. All new tree plantings shall meet the minimum size at planting requirements of
the City of Dover table of trees.
(b) If a waiver is sought from the provisions of subsection 16.52 and/or subsection 16.53, then
mitigation must be in the form of newly created woodland areas. New woodlands shall be
created at a rate of 1.25 times the amount of woodlands to be removed. A woodland
mitigation plan shall be prepared by a licensed forester, landscape architect, or certified
nursery professional, for the consideration of the planning commission.
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(c) All tree mitigation must occur on-site unless an off-site location is specifically approved by the
planning commission. When considering off-site locations for tree mitigation, the commission
shall consider:
1) A physical hardship related to the land which would otherwise prohibit compliance on
the subject site;
2) Whether the mitigation plan proposed by the applicant is superior in terms of
environmental benefits, tree quantity, or aesthetic qualities compared to strict compliance
with the ordinance on-site.
IX. CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
The subject proposal has been reviewed for code compliance, plan conformity, and completeness
in accordance with the agency’s authority and area of expertise. The following items have been
identified as elements which need to be addressed by the applicant. This listing has been updated
to reflect consideration of the Revised plan submission of August 1, 2025.
1) As the review process continues, the Revised Site Plan documents will need to be revised to
reflect the minor design changes as the Parking Garage Structure footprint and building
architecture are refined.
2) Tree Mitigation Plan: The tree planting requirement shall be provided in accordance with the
Zoning Ordinance unless a waiver is granted by the Planning Commission approving a Tree
Mitigation Plan. The submission continues to make a Request for consideration of a Tree
Mitigation Plan. The general concept was previously approved by the Planning Commission
and should be reconfirmed with this review. Specific locations must be identified and agreed
upon prior to final plan approval.
3) Parking Strategy: The applicant submitted the required Revised Parking Strategy Statement
describing the parking scenario for this development project as revised in the C-2 Zone. Add a
note on the Plan.
4) Cover Sheet, C-001:
a) Site Data:
i) Update the owners of record to identify all current owners.
ii) The required side setback is 0 feet, but 5 feet if a setback is provided. The site data
identifies the side setback as estimated to vary from 0.33 feet to 5.4 feet. The submitted
Revised Plan should label these distances on the drawing. The City of Dover Zoning
Ordinance authorizes the Historic District Commission to waive certain bulk standards
when issuing its recommendation to the Planning Commission for an Architectural
Review Certificate if necessary. The Revised Recommendation from the Historic District
Commission regarding the Architectural Review Certificate considered the location of
the building on the site, therefore meeting this requirement. Add a note regarding the
action taken on the Alternative Setbacks.
iii) Item #13, update the lot area provided with the property area information in Item #10
and #11.
iv) Item #16, confirm the number of parking spaces provided as there is a reference to 319
spaces in the Letter.
b) Tree Preservation and Density Requirements:
i) Update the total non-woodland area to include additional project parcel and update the
tree density calculation accordingly.
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ii) The applicant has provided a waiver request to plant the required trees on lands of the
Downtown Dover Partnership or within City owned pocket parks within the Downtown
area. If reconfirmed with this Revised Plan review by the Planning Commission, a
specific location or locations must be identified prior to final plan approval. Add note
on action taken and concept for Tree Mitigation Plan.
c) The Site Data table indicates that 36 bicycle parking spaces will be provided. The written
Parking Strategy Statement indicates that 33 bicycle parking spaces will be provided. Please
clarify which is correct and update the documentation accordingly.
d) Owners Certification:
i) If the additional project parcel (132 S. Bradford Street) is to remain under the ownership
of the City of Dover, the City of Dover should be added as a signatory in the Owner’s
Certification.
e) In General Notes, update Note #26 to include action taken on accepting the Parking Strategy
Statement and the Architectural Review Certification. A similar note must be added to
outline the Planning Commission actions of September 15, 2025.
5) Sheet C-101 – Existing Conditions and Demolition Plan:
a) Per the Existing Conditions and Demolition Plan, three bioretention islands are being
removed. The applicant should provide a Stormwater Management Plan that identifies
solutions for capturing and treating added stormwater quantities from additional lot coverage
and the demolition of bioretention facilities.
b) With the removal of the existing parking lot, confirm if any of the items such as signage,
light pole, utility equipment, vegetation for transplanting, etc. are to be returned to current
owner.
6) Sheet C-201 – Site, Utility & Grading Plan:
a) Identify the dumpster location on the plan sheet.
b) Identify the step back distance of the upper floors of the building.
c) Clarify the location of the Fire Department Connection as two are shown.
d) Consider implementation of crosswalks at the ends of the Minor Street Alley.
7) No Landscape Plan sheet was provided; however, the Tree Planting calculation is shown on
Sheet C-001.
a) Clarify the location of any existing trees to be preserved and show the necessary tree
protection measures.
b) Clarify the status of street trees as to be preserved or proposed for replacement on the S.
Governors Avenue and S. Bradford Street frontages.
8) Parcel Consolidation Plan:
a) Clarify the status of the adjoining parcel at 132 S. Bradford Street.
b) Add any applicable notes related to the Alley Abandonment Request.
c) Ensure appropriate involved owners listed by name and within certification statement.
9) Additional evaluation and review of this project as proposed may be necessary due to the
environment contamination in this area and/or the site’s potential participation in any
environmental remediation program.
a) Provide copies of any agency approvals/permits to the Planning Office so that we may be
aware of any specific conditions of redevelopment.
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10) Provide construction details for the following items but not limited to, dumpster pad/enclosure,
traffic control signage, lighting fixtures, bicycle racks, handicap signage, etc.
11) Dumpster: Ensure there is adequate access to dumpsters to allow for collection by a
refuse/recycling contractor. Also clarify the plan for the community centralized collection
facility that is being displaced by this project.
12) The construction of the site entrances and street improvements must comply with the
requirements of DelDOT and the City of Dover Public Works Department based on street
maintenance responsibilities.
a) Clarify materials (concrete and brick) used and placement design for the sidewalk and
parking garage entrance construction.
b) Clarify the location of street trees (tree wells) and other landscape areas between the curb
and building front.
c) Identify any changes to on-street parking spaces along the project frontages.
13) The Historic District Commission recommended conditional approval of the Revised
Architectural Review Certificate for the construction of the project. See attached
Recommendation Report for recommended conditions. The Planning Commission will act on
the Revised Architectural Review Certificate as part of this review process.
14) Any Erosion & Sediment Control Plans and Stormwater Management Plans granted approval
by the Kent Conservation District/DNREC must reflect the Site Plan layout and design
conditionally approved by the Planning Commission and be in compliance with the Zoning
Ordinance and technical review requirements of other agencies.
15) The Final Plan set must include notes documenting any action taken by the Planning
Commission on the requested waivers and must list any additional conditions of approval.
X. RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET
CODE OBJECTIVES:
In accordance with the Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 §2.2, the Planning Commission in
considering and acting upon Site Development Plans may prescribe appropriate conditions and
safeguards so that the public health, safety, and welfare, the comfort and convenience of the public
in general, and the residents of the immediate neighborhood in particular shall be taken into
consideration. These safeguards may to the maximum extent possible further the expressed intent
of the Zoning Ordinance and the accomplishment of several objectives in particular listed in
subsections 2.21 to 2.28.
1) Revised Architectural Review Certification: Staff recommends conditional approval of the
Revised Architectural Review Certificate for the construction of the Dover Mobility Center
Garage, finding that the revised building to be of a design compatible with the intent of the
Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone.
a) Staff provided a series of recommendations and comments regarding the Revised
Architectural Review Certification and review of the project for compliance with the
Design Standards and Guidelines. These items were previously identified during the
review of the project by the Historic District Commission. See the Revised HDC
Recommendation Report from the August 2025 review.
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2) Landscaping:
a) Staff recommends continued approval of the Tree Mitigation Plan allowing the required
tree plantings to be planted at off-site locations.
b) Staff recommends that landscaping be installed between the building and property lines
along South Governors Avenue and South Bradford Street. There are likely areas where
low growing shrubs, ground covers or perennials/annuals could be planted. You could also
consider planters.
c) Any street trees removed as part of the demolition of the existing site should be replaced in
coordination with City Department of Public Works and Department of Parks & Recreation
– Grounds Division.
3) Streetscaping: The design of the sidewalks along South Governors Avenue and South Bradford
Street frontages must be evaluated with sidewalk construction standards and streetscape
designs for each street and should match the streetscape for each street. This should be
coordinated with the City Department of Public Works for the design of the combination of
concrete and brick pavers and tree wells.
4) Electric Vehicle Charging Stations: Identify if the project is planning for the installation of
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in this Parking Structure. Currently, the Zoning Ordinance
does not require them, but many other jurisdictions have implemented such requirements.
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations formats include EV-Capable, EV-Ready, and EV-Installed.
XI. ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1) The Planning Commission should act upon the Revised Architectural Review Certification as
part of any motion to approve this project, or as a separate motion if necessary.
2) The Planning Commission should act upon the request for waivers as part of any motion
regarding this project application, or as a separate motion as necessary to reconfirm action.
Note: All waivers are at the discretion of the Planning Commission. The Commission may
approve or deny waiver requests.
3) Any conditional approval granted by the Planning Commission for the Site Development Plan is
subject to the approval of MI-24-10 (Alley Abandonment Request) has received final approval
from the City Council under Resolution #2025-02.
4) In the event that major changes and revisions to the Site Plan occur in the finalization of the Plan
contact the Department of Planning and Inspections. Examples include relocation of site
components like paving and increases in footprint. These changes may require resubmittal for
review by the Development Advisory Committee, Historic District Commission, Planning
Commission, or other agencies and commissions making recommendations in regard to the Plan.
5) Following Planning Commission approval of the Revised Site Plan, the Plan must be revised to
meet all conditions of approval from the Development Advisory Committee or as otherwise
noted. A Check Print must be submitted for review by Planning Office Staff and the other
commenting agencies. Upon determination that the Plan is complete and all agency approvals
have been received, copies of the Plan may be submitted for final endorsement (Final Plan
Approval).
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6) Other agencies and departments which participate in the Development Advisory Committee
may provide additional comments related to their areas of expertise and code requirements.
7) Additional specialized evaluation and review of this area may be necessary due to the
environment contamination in this area and/or the site’s participation in any environmental
remediation program.
8) The applicant/developer shall be aware that prior to any ground disturbing activities on the site
the appropriate Site Plan approvals, Pre-Construction meetings, site inspections and permits
are required.
9) Construction and demolition will have an effect on the adjacent property owners, employees of
adjacent buildings, and nearby sidewalks and streets. Any work requiring the closing or
rerouting of potential customers, employees, or visitors to the adjacent properties (including
those who park in the existing parking lot), and streets or alley should be coordinated as to
offer the least amount of inconvenience. Careful consideration will need to be given to the
access to other properties which requires the crossing of these properties or travel over the
public alley.
10) For building new construction, the requirements of the building code and the fire code must be
complied with. Consult with the Building Inspections Office and City of Dover Fire Marshal
regarding these requirements. The resolution of these items may impact the site design
including such items as building dimensions and height, building openings, and fire protection
needs, etc.
11) The applicant shall be aware that Site Plan approval does not represent a Building Permit and
associated construction activity permits. A separate application process is required for the
issuance of a Building Permit from the City of Dover.
12) The applicant shall be aware that Plan approval does not represent a Sign Permit, nor does it
convey permission to place any sign on the premises. Any proposed site or building
identification sign may require a Sign Permit from the City of Dover prior to placement of any
such sign in accordance with Zoning Ordinance Article 5 §4.
If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above
contact person and the Planning Office as soon as possible.
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Item 4.
CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: AUGUST 27, 2025
APPLICATION: REVISED Dover Mobility Center Garage at 133 S. Governors
Avenue
FILE #: S-25-01
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Department of Public Works and Water & Wastewater
CONTACT PERSON: Jason A. Lyon, P.E., Director of Water & Wastewater / Engineering Services
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7025
CONTACT EMAIL: jlyon@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN A CCORDANCE
WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
SANITATION
1. Every commercial customer shall provide such premises with a sufficient number of solid waste containers to provide adequate
capacity for the solid waste placed out for collection without overloading the capacity of the containers. The City of Dover shall
provide commercial customers with a maximum of two (2), 90-gallon trash containers and two (2), 90-gallong recycling
containers.
2. Trash collection site shall be oriented for side-loading pick-up if customer is utilizing City of Dover sanitation services.
3. Any commercial customer requiring more containers, or larger containers, than provided above, must utilize private service.
STORMWATER
1. Final site plan approval will not be granted until a copy of the approved Stormwater/Erosion and Sediment Control Plan from
Kent Conservation District is submitted to our office.
2. The size, length, slope, type and flow directions must be shown on all existing and proposed storm sewer lines. Rim and invert
elevations must be labeled on all stormwater structures.
3. The proposed Pocket Park area for this project is located on a City of Dover owned parcel. Prior to plan approval a maintenance
agreement must be executed.
STREETS
1. Final site plan approval will not be granted until a letter of no objection, signed by DelDOT is submitted to our office.
2. The current City of Dover standard street section provides for a 3’ grass strip between the curb and sidewalk. This standard was
administratively revised to meet ADA and FHA compliance with cross slope requirements and to prevent cars from scrapping at
driveways. The revised standard utilizes a five feet (5’) wide public sidewalk with a five feet (5’) wide grass strip behind the
curb. Sidewalk and curb shall be installed for the width of the project scope.
3. Please add the following notes to the plans:
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a. Standard City of Dover sidewalk, as per chapter 98, article IV of the Dover Code of Ordinances, shall be required to be
installed along the entire public street frontage of a property. Where frontage sidewalk exists but does not meet the
standards of chapter 98, article IV, the sidewalk shall be re-laid to meet the standards. Sidewalk shall include barrier-free
access ramping at points of intersection with street crossings and at other locations so as to afford reasonable barrier-free
pedestrian movement and site access.
b. In accordance to Appendix A, Article VI, Section B.3, all sidewalks shall ascend from the curbstone to the building line at the
ratio of one-quarter of an inch to the foot. Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect any pavement previously laid
by order of the city council, until it is taken up and relaid.
WATER
1. All water utility components must meet the requirements of the Water Wastewater Handbook, effective date March 22, 2010.
Please contact our office for more information.
2. The following notes must be added to the plans:
a. Hydrant connections by the contractor are prohibited. This method may not be utilized during any phase of the project.
b. Any existing water lines not to be utilized by the proposed facility must be properly abandoned at the mains in accordance
with the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater specifications and requirements.
c. The site contractor shall contact the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater Construction Manager at (302) 736-
7025 prior to the start of construction. A representative from the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater must
observe and approve all City owned water and sanitary sewer interconnections and testing. All water taps must be performed
by a City of Dover approved contractor. The proposed location for the water connection may need to be adjusted in the field
due to conditions of the existing main. Possible conditions that would require tapping relocation include proximity to pipe
joints, other taps, concrete encasements, conflict with other utilities, and the like. Test holes must be performed by the
contractor to determine the best tapping location. The City of Dover will not be held responsible for field conditions requiring
adjustment of the tapping location or for any work required by the contractor to make an appropriate and lawful connection.
3. The size, type, and location of all proposed and existing water lines and valves must be shown on the plan. Please be advised that
effective May 1, 2022, water mains can now be constructed using DR 18 PVC.
4. Water usage projections (peak demand or plumbing fixtures) must be submitted to our office to correctly determine the size of
the domestic and irrigation (if applicable) water meter for the proposed buildings. These projections must be submitted prior to
approval so the meter size can be placed on the final site plan. The proposed water meters must be installed in a pit per City of
Dover requirements and manufacturer’s recommendations. Also, a dual check valve is required downstream of the meter.
5. The domestic service, fire main connection and valves must be clearly shown for each building. A valve must be installed at the
tee to isolate combined fire and domestic water service to the building from the water loop. Typically, this valve is installed at
the tee or an acceptable distance from the building. A valve must be provided on the domestic water service, which must be
tapped off of the combined eight-inch (8”) fire/domestic service outside of the building. The domestic water tap and valve should
be as close to the building as possible. Typically, the domestic tap and valve are located within five feet (5’) to ten feet (10’) of
the building. A blow up detail of this layout is recommended.
6. Provide a construction detail for the proposed restraining system for the fire main located within the buildings. There shall only
be one (1) water service per building. The Department of Water & Wastewater will test and inspect all fire mains to a blind flange
located inside the buildings. The blind flange with tap is used for hydrostatic pressure testing (200 psi for two (2) hours) and
dechlorination. The flange must be restrained in the direction of the pipe entering the facility. A pipe entering horizontally
through a wall sleeve shall be restrained with rods through the wall. A pipe entering vertically through a slab shall be restrained
through the floor to the ninety degree (90°) bend and thrust block. All rods shall be a minimum of ¾” all thread. All pipes through
walls and slabs must be Class 52 cement lined ductile iron pipe. Confirm particulars to meet this requirement with mechanical
designer.
7. Water services shall be either type K copper or SDR-9. 1. All non-metallic water lines (mains and services) shall be installed with
a tracer wire and identification tape. The wire shall be a minimum of twelve (12) gauge blue coated solid copper wire, wrapped
around the pipe, and extending up into all valve and curb boxes. The identification tape shall be six-inches (6”) wide, laid one foot
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(1’) above the pipe, with the following text: “Caution: Buried Water Line Below”. 3M marker balls, model 1423-XR, or approved
equal shall be installed at every service line connection to the water main and all bends on the service line.
8. On October 24, 2022, City of Dover Council approved the new Cross Connection Control Program. This program requires certain
backflow prevention assemblies on water service connections to the city’s distribution system. Please provide a specific
description of the activities in this building.
9. Prior to final site plan approval, a plan must be submitted and agreed upon for the 12” water main relocation that is currently
located in the alley. The 12” water main shall be cut and capped north of the proposed development with a blow off assembly.
10. A blow off assembly shall be installed instead of a cap north of the proposed building on the existing water main.
WASTEWATER
1. All wastewater utility components must meet the requirements of the Water Wastewater Handbook, effective date March 22,
2010. Please contact our office for more information.
2. The following notes must be added to the plans:
a. Any existing sanitary sewer lines not to be utilized by the proposed facility must be properly abandoned at the mains in
accordance with the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater specifications and requirements.
b. Part II, Chapter 180, Article III, Section 180-10 of the Code of Kent County requires that “no person shall discharge or cause
to be discharged any stormwater, surface water, uncontaminated groundwater, roof runoff, subsurface drainage,
uncontaminated noncontact cooling water or unpolluted industrial process waters to any sanitary sewer”, this shall include
condensate. Sec. 110-231 of the City of Dover Code defines storm sewer as “…any system used for conveying rain water,
surface water, condensate, cooling water or similar liquid wastes, exclusive of sewage.” The contractor, developer, owner
and designers shall ensure during construction that no illegal discharges to the sanitary sewer system are created with the
site improvements.
3. The size, length, slope, type and flow directions must be shown on all existing and proposed sanitary sewer lines. Rim and invert
elevations must be labeled on all sanitary structures.
4. Cleanouts must be installed on sanitary sewer laterals within five feet (5’) of the building, one foot (1’) outside of the right-of-way
and at all bends. Any cleanout located within a traffic bearing location shall be installed with a heavy duty cast iron frame and
cover to prevent damage to the cleanout and lateral.
5. Sizing (flow) calculations must be submitted for all sanitary sewer mains showing that velocity and all other requirements are met.
6. The minimum size of all sanitary sewer laterals shall be six-inch (6”).
7. If kitchen facilities are proposed a minimum 1,000 gallon, two chamber grease trap, meeting all Kent County ordinance
requirements, must be provided. A construction detail for the proposed grease trap, as well as the proposed location, must be
provided on the plan.
8. Depending on the effluent flow, the downstream pump station may be required to be evaluated by the developer / engineer to
verify it can handle the additional effluent flow.
GENERAL
1. All existing utilities shall be adjusted to final grade in accordance with current City of Dover requirements and practices. This must
be included as a note on the plan.
2. No trees may be planted within ten feet (10’) of utility infrastructure.
3. No structure may be installed within ten feet (10’) of utility infrastructure, please depict all underground utilities and structures
on the utility plan sheet to confirm compliance.
4. The final site plan must be submitted in the following compatible digital formats:
a. AutoCAD 2018 (.dwg format).
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b. Adobe Reader (.pdf format).
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
SANITATION
1. The City of Dover currently has a community dumpster located on the proposed property in question. Prior to plan approval, a
new location must be provided and agreed upon by the City of Dover.
STORMWATER / STREETS / WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL
1. None.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
WATER
1. The City of Dover water system is available to this site. The developer is responsible for all costs associated with extending and
providing service to the proposed development.
2. Prior to plan approval, the water system plans must be submitted to the Division of Public Health, Office of Drinking Water for
review and approval. The owner/developer will be responsible for providing all completed forms and plan sets to the City of
Dover as required for submission to the Office of Drinking Water. Plans will not be submitted to the Office of Drinking Water until
review has been completed by our office.
3. Hydrant flow testing is currently only performed during the spring and fall. The applicant must call the Department of Water &
Wastewater directly to schedule these tests. This applies to both existing hydrants as well as those proposed for the site.
4. Water impact fees will be required to be paid prior to Certificate of Occupancy for this project.
WASTEWATER
1. The City of Dover sanitary sewer system is available to this site. The developer is responsible for all costs associated with extending
and providing service and capacity to the proposed development.
2. Prior to plan approval, it may be required to submit the sanitary sewer system plans to the DNREC, Division of Water Resources,
Surface Water Discharges Section for review and approval. The owner/developer is responsible for providing all application fees,
completed forms and plan sets directly to DNREC.
3. Profiles of the sanitary sewer main must be provided with the construction plans. All water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer
crossings must be shown on the profiles.
4. Wastewater impact fees will be required to be paid prior to Certificate of Occupancy for this project.
GENERAL
1. The applicant is advised that depending upon the size of the existing water service and sanitary sewer lateral to be abandoned,
flowable fill may be required.
2. Construction plans will not be reviewed by our office unless all previous comments have been clearly addressed within the plan
set and accordingly identified within an itemized response letter and with the Water/Wastewater Initial Plan Submission Checklist,
which can be obtained from the following website: https://imageserv9.team-
logic.com/mediaLibrary/198/WaterWastewaterHandbookFinal_1.pdf, page 88.
SANITATION / STORMWATER / STREETS
1. None.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON AND THE
P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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CITY OF DOVER ELECTRIC
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: AUG 27, 2025
APPLICATION: REVISED Dover Mobility Center Garage at 133 S. Governors
Avenue
FILE #: S-25-01
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Electric Department
CONTACT PERSON: Shawn Burgett, Engineering Services & System Ops Superintendent
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-674-7568
CONTACT EMAIL #: sburgett@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN A CCORDANCE
WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRIC
1. The roadway and curbing must be in.
2. The right-of-way must be within 6" of final grade.
3. The property corners must be staked.
4. Owner is responsible for locating all existing underground electric, communications and water facilities.
5. Owner is responsible for installing all conduits and equipment pads per the City of Dover Engineering Department
specifications.
6. Owner is responsible for site and/or street lighting.
7. Meter locations will be determined by City of Dover Engineering Department.
8. Load sheets and AutoCAD compatible DXF or DWG diskettes of site plans, including driveways, are required prior to
receiving approved electrical construction drawings.
9. Any relocation of existing electrical equipment will be engineered by the City of Dover Electric Department. Developer
may be required to perform a quantity of the relocation. Any work performed by the City of Dover will be at the
owner’s expense.
10. Prior to construction, owner is responsible for granting an easement to the City of Dover Electric
Department. Easement forms will be furnished and prepared by the City of Dover Electric Engineering Department.
11. Fees will be assessed upon final site plans. The owner will be responsible for fees assessed prior to
construction. Owner is required to sign off plans prepared by the Electric Department.
12. Must maintain 10' clearance around all electrical equipment, unless pre-approved by the City of Dover Electric
Engineering Department.
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13. Prior to the completion of any/all designs and estimates, the owner is responsible for providing the Electric
Engineering Department with a physical address of the property.
14. All Engineering and design for Dover Electric will be engineered upon final approved plans. All Engineering work will
be furnished by the City’s Electric Engineering Department.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
ELECTRIC
1. Owner must give the City of Dover Electric Department three (3) months’ notice prior to construction. Owner is
responsible for following the requirements outlined in the City of Dover’s Electric Service Handbook. The handbook
is now available on the website at the following link: https://evogov.s3.amazonaws.com/media/27/media/13108.pdf.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
ELECTRIC
1. Provide load sheets as soon as possible for proper sizing of transformers and creation of primary fee estimates.
Current load sheets can be found at the following link:
https://www.cityofdover.com/media/Electric%20Department/COD%20Electric%20Load%20Sheet.pdf.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON
AND THE P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE O M
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APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
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D.A.C. MEETING DATE: 01/02/25 D S
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APPLICATION: Dover Mobility Garage at 133 S Governors Ave
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FILE #: S-25-01 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover, Office of the Fire Marshal
CONTACT PERSON: Jason Osika, Fire Marshal PHONE #: (302) 736-4457
josika@dover.de.us
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY, AND
COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESS BY THE
APPLICANT:
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Proposed occupancy classification is mixed use (storage, business, mercantile, and possibly
assembly)
2. Building Access shall be no further than 50 feet from a primary entrance.
Where buildings are provided with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with
NFPA 13, access shall be no further than 100 feet from the primary entrance.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 3.4)
3. Parking shall be prohibited in front of the primary entrance for a width of not less than 1.5 times
the width of the door(s) or for 10 feet, whichever is greater.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.3.2)
4. Perimeter access shall be 75% and clearly shown on the plans.
Perimeter Access minimum width shall be10 feet for one-story buildings and 15 feet for buildings
of two or more stories, measured from the face of the building at grade with a maximum slope of
ten percent (10%). Plantings and utility services (includes condenser units, transformers, etc.)
shall be permitted within the perimeter access, and shall not interfere with emergency services
fire ground operations.
If a physical barrier (fence, pond, steep slope, etc) prevents access, that portion of the building
perimeter shall not be included in the calculation of Percent of Perimeter Access.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 3.5)
Where parking is located between the building and perimeter access area, parking shall not be
located closer than 10 feet to the exterior wall for one-story buildings and 15 feet to the exterior
wall for building of two or more stories.
5. Fire lanes shall cover 75% of the proposed building.
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Fire lanes are required to be 24 feet wide and run along the front of the building as determined by
the primary entrance(s). In cases where there is more than one primary entrance(s), each shall be
served by a fire lane even if this exceeds the percentage as required.
The closest edge of fire lanes shall not be located closer than ten (10) feet to the exterior wall and
the closest edge of fire lanes shall not be located further than 50 feet from the exterior wall if one
or two stories in height; 40 feet if three or four stories in height, or 30 feet if over four stories in
height.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5)
6. Where parking is located between the building and the fire lane, parking shall not be located
closer than 15 feet to the exterior wall.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.4.1)
Where parking is located between the building and the perimeter access area, parking shall not
be located closer than 10 feet to the exterior wall for one-story buildings and 15 feet to the
exterior wall for building of two or more stories. 2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations,
705, Chapter 5, 3.5.2
7. All Fire Lanes shall be marked as follows:
both the inner and outer edges of the fire lane shall be marked, where curbs are present, the top
and face of the curb shall be painted yellow, where no curbs are present, a four inch (4”) solid
yellow demarcation line shall mark the edge(s) of the fire lane.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 7)
8. The specific color yellow shall be the uniformly accepted yellow as utilized by State of Delaware
Department of Transportation (DelDOT). Only vivid and durable paint shall be used and shall be
suitable for street surfaces
9. Fire lane signs shall be located as follows:
see Figure 5-16 – Approved Sign For Marking Fire Lanes, fire lane signs shall be spaced at 150
foot intervals maximum, all fire lane signs shall be located no less than six feet (6’) and no higher
than eight feet (8’) above the pavement, signs shall be placed at each end of the fire lane, and
signs shall face all oncoming traffic.
Where parking is not restricted roadway markings shall utilize the words "FIRE" and "LANE" in
lieu of fire lane signs and shall conform to the specifications of 7.6.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 7)
10. Where overhangs, canopies, balconies, or any other building or site features must project over
any fire lane, an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13’-6” above the fire lane shall be
provided and the portion of the building perimeter which contains overhangs, canopies,
balconies, or any other building features shall not apply towards the fire lane accessibility
requirements of Section 4.0, Table 5-1 in this chapter.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.8)
11. All access roadways shall be paved and be a minimum of 20 feet clear width for two-way traffic
and 14 feet clear width for one-way traffic. The paved width of access roadway shall be measured
from edge of parking spaces, or face of curb for vertical curb and back of curb for mountable
curb, or edge of pavement if there is no curbing.(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention
Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 5.2)
12. Emergency access to rear building areas compliant with City of Dover Code (Appendix B-
Zoning, Article 5- Supplementary Regulations, Section 17);
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all four stories and greater buildings require 24ft fire lane at the rear.
All two to three story apartment structures require an 18ft Secondary Fire Lane at the rear.
All townhouses (3-8 units with no fire protection) require a 16ft alley or 18ft secondary fire lane
at the rear.
13. Multiple Access Roads shall be provided when a fire department access road (fire lane) is
determined by the Fire Marshal to be impaired by vehicle congestion, condition of terrain,
climatic conditions, or other factors that could limit access such as placement of fire hose from
fire equipment.
14. Speed Reduction Devices must be approved, please see City of Dover Ordinance Chapter 98-10 in
reference to this process.
15. Gated Areas: Fire Department access shall be provided to the property through the use of a
system or device approved by the Fire Marshal. The system or device required shall be located in
an area accessible to the fire department and approved by the Fire Marshal. All gates shall be
either automatic or manual.
An automated system shall consist of one manual and one automated means to open the gate.
The owner or their representative shall meet with the Fire Marshal prior to submission to agree
on the system. A letter of agreement shall be created and signed by both parties. The letter shall
include a detailed description of both the manual and automated means.
A manual gate shall consist of one manual means to open the gate. The owner or their
representative shall meet with the Fire Marshal prior to submission to agree on the means to
open. A letter of agreement shall be created and signed by both parties. The letter shall include a
detailed description of the manual means to open.
To be considered accessible for fire department apparatus the actual clear openings shall be not
less than 14 feet, the paved surface through the gate shall be not less than 12 feet, and the gate
shall be setback from the perpendicular street by at least 50 feet.
Please contact this office to discuss options available to comply with this requirement.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, Chapter 5, 2.6)
16. Fire hydrants shall be installed per the requirements of City of Dover Public Utilities
Water/Wastewater Handbook, NFPA requirements, and Delaware State Fire Prevention
Regulations. City Ordinance Sec 46-9 (f).
5.1.1 Hydrant spacing as shown in the Fire Flow Tables shall be used as a general rule. Hydrants
shall be located at the direction of the State Fire Marshal so as to minimize friction in fire hose.
All hydrant spacing shall be located along available roads or at the direction of the State Fire
Marshal. This measurement shall be calculated by way of accessible thoroughfare(s) from the
building to be protected to the hydrant and may not necessarily be a radius. 5.1.3 Additional
hydrants shall be provided when the State Fire Marshal deems it necessary based on the
configuration of the site, building(s), exposures, construction, occupancy, and/or specific
hazard(s).
Fire Flow table 2, hydrant spacing shall be 800 feet on center for one and two family detached
dwellings, other residential, rowhouses and townhouses, assembly, health care, business,
education, storage, industrial, mercantile, and mini storage. (702, Chapter 6)
NFPA 1
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18.5.2 detached one- and two-family dwellings, fire hydrants shall be provided for detached one-
and two-family dwellings in accordance with both of the following: 1. the maximum distance to a
fire hydrant from the closest point on the building shall not exceed 600 feet 2. the maximum
distance between fire hydrants shall not exceed 800 feet.
18.5.3 buildings other than detached one- and two-family dwellings, fire hydrants shall be
provided for buildings other than detached one- and two-family dwellings in accordance with
both of the following 1. The maximum distance to a fire hydrant from the closet point on the
building shall not exceed 400 feet 2. The maximum distance between fire hydrants shall not
exceed 500 feet
17. All fire hydrants shall be marked as prescribed within the appropriate section of this regulation
and as illustrated by the appropriate figures of this regulation.
All fire hydrants shall have minimum of four-inch (4") solid yellow demarcation lines to define
specific areas, where fire hydrants are located along a curb line with permitted parking, the area
between the fire hydrant and the street or fire lane shall be stenciled with four inch (4")
demarcation lines and the words "NO PARKING", demarcation lines shall be measured from the
center line of the fire hydrant and extend for a distance 15 feet on both sides.
Where fire hydrants are located in parking lots or other areas susceptible to blockage by parked
vehicles they shall be treated as follows: fire hydrants shall be protected in all directions for a
distance of seven feet (7') with barriers or curbing, Minimum four-inch (4") diameter steel
bollards filled with concrete and marked yellow shall be installed at the outermost corners of the
fire hydrant demarcation area. The minimum height of the bollard shall be 36 inches above the
finished grade of the adjacent surface, and the steamer connection of all fire hydrants shall be
positioned so as to be facing the edge of the street, or traffic lane.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 6, 2)
The owner is responsible if the hydrant is private.
18. Hydrant barrels shall be provided with reflective material, such as paint, durable for
highway/roadway markings or a reflective tape of a minimum of 2” in width around the barrel
under the top flange, hydrant bonnets shall be color coded based on the following criteria: class
AA 1500 GPM - painted light blue, class A 1,000 GPM -1499 GPM - painted green, class B 500 -
999 GPM - painted orange, class C 250 - 499 GPM - painted red, class D under 250 GPM -
painted black.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 703, Chapter 3. 4)
The owner is responsible if the hydrant is private.
19. Hydrants are to be Darling Co. B-62-B Breakaway https://american-usa.com/products/valves-and-
hydrants/fire-hydrants/5-1-4-american-darling-b-62-b-5
20. NFPA 72 compliant Fire Alarm System required per occupancy code requirements.
Fire alarm in place of assembly. Fire alarm required. Any new occupancy or new portion of an
occupancy determined to be a place of assembly by the fire marshal and is capable of receiving an
occupant load of 75 persons or greater, shall be required to install a fire alarm in accordance with
NFPA codes governing the installation of fire alarms and the National Electrical Code.
Fire alarm system required. Any existing occupancy or portion of an existing occupancy determined
to be a place of assembly by the fire marshal, and is undergoing renovations in excess of 50
percent of the assessed value of the building and is capable of receiving an occupant load 75
persons or greater or is being enlarged to receive an occupant load of 75 persons or greater, shall
be required to install a complete fire alarm system in accordance with NFPA codes governing the
installation of fire alarms and the National Electrical Code.
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Public mode audible requirements. To ensure that audible public mode signals are clearly heard by
occupants of a structure, they shall have a sound level at least 15 decibels (dB) above the average
ambient sound level or five decibels (dB) above the maximum sound level having a duration of at
least 60 seconds, whichever is greater, measured five feet (1.5m) above the floor in the area
required to be served by the system using the A-weighted scale dBA. In the event the stated
requirement cannot be met a shunt trip relay/switches shall be the approved method of meeting
the intent of this section of the Code.
(City Code of Ordinances 46-171)
21. Sprinkler system TBD. System is to be monitored by an approved Fire Alarm System.
This chapter shall apply to all buildings, structures, marine vessels, premises, and
conditions which are modified by more than 50% after the effective date of these
Regulations. The 50% figure shall be calculated utilizing the gross square footage of the
building, structure, marine vessel, premises and conditions as to arrive at the correct
application.
Any proposal that is presented to the Office of the State Fire Marshal for review and
approval for a building rehabilitation as defined in the 101 Life Safety Code, for less than 50% of
the gross square footage of a non-sprinklered building, may not have another such project for the
same building submitted for review and approval any sooner than three (3) years after the date of
the final inspection unless sprinkler projection is provided throughout the entire building.
In all buildings exceeding 10,000 square feet of aggregate, gross floor area.
In all buildings in excess of 40 feet in height or more than four (4) stories in height.
In all buildings or areas thereof used for the storage, fabricating, assembling,
manufacturing, processing, display or sale of combustible goods, wares, merchandise, products,
or materials when more than two (2) stories or 25 feet in height.
In all basement areas exceeding 2,500 square feet floor area.
In residential occupancies when of: Type V (0,0,0) or Type III (2,0,0) construction and
exceeding two (2) stories or 25 feet in height. Type V (1,1,1) and Type III (2,1,1) or
Type IV (2,H,H) construction exceeding three (3) stories or 3In all residential apartment
buildings storage areas except individual unit closets that are located within individual
residential living units.
In all buildings used as health care occupancies as defined in the Life Safety Code, NFPA
101, as adopted and/or modified by these Regulations. In all buildings or areas classified as "high
hazard" under the Life Safety Code, NFPA 101, or "extra hazard" under the Standard for the
Installation of Sprinkler Systems, NFPA 13, as adopted and/or modified by these Regulations.
All buildings used as dormitories, in whole or in part, to house students at a public or
private school or public or private institution of higher education. (16 Del.C. Ch. 88) This applies
to all such dormitories regardless if new or existing.
(2015 State of Delaware fire Prevention Regulations, 702, Chapter 4)
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Places of assembly shall be sprinklered throughout in accordance with the most recently
adopted edition of NFPA 13 when the following apply:
All new indoor places of assembly with an occupant load of 150 persons or greater.
Any interior renovations of 50 percent or more to an existing place of assembly with an
occupant load greater than 150 persons.
Any additions or increase in interior size to an existing place of assembly that would
create an occupant load of 150 persons or greater.
Places of assembly where alcohol is served for consumption on the premises shall be
sprinklered throughout in accordance with the most recently adopted edition of NFPA 13
when the following apply:
All new indoor places of assembly with an occupant load of 100 persons or greater and
where alcohol will be served for consumption on the premises.
Any interior renovation of 50 percent or more to an existing place of assembly with an
occupant load greater than 100 persons and where alcohol will be served for consumption
on the premises.
Any additions or increase in interior size to an existing place of assembly which would
create an occupant load of 100 persons or greater and where alcohol will be served for
consumption on the premises.
New educational occupancies of 5,000 square feet or greater shall be sprinklered
throughout in accordance with the most recently adopted edition of NFPA 13.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances 46-162)
NFPA 101, 12.3.5.1 The following assembly occupancies shall be protected throughout by
an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1): 1.
Dance Halls 2. Discotheques 3. Nightclubs 4. Bars 5. Restaurants 6. Assembly
occupancies with festival seating
22. Fire Department Connection is to be a 5-inch stortz connection on a 30-degree elbow
located within 50 feet of main entrance. Access to the Fire Department Connection must
be clear unobstructed access as defined by the AHJ.
Fire department connections. Unless otherwise approved by the fire marshal, fire department
connections shall be on the street side of the building and shall be located and arranged so that
hose lines can be readily and conveniently attached to without interference from any nearby
obstructions as defined by the fire marshal's office. Fire department connections shall be a five-
inch Storz. Fire department connections shall be within 300 feet of an approved City of Dover
Fire Hydrant and within 50 feet of the main entrance of the structure it serves. All fire
department connections shall be not less than three feet nor more than five feet in height above
finished grade. The fire marshal shall have the authority to require more stringent
requirements when deemed necessary. (City of Dover Code of Ordinances 46-162)
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23. Parking and/or obstructions shall be prohibited in front of fire department connections
for a distance measuring from the center line and extending four feet on both sides.
(2015 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.3.4)
24. Fire Department Connection to be located within 300 feet of fire hydrant, measured as hose
would come off the fire equipment.
25. If there is any type of rack storage, the following will be required: 1) a diagram showing
the layout and type of rack system 2) a list and quantity of items being stored 3) a letter
from an authorized/licensed fire suppression contractor stating that in rack sprinklers
are or are not needed. If in rack sprinklers are not needed, a letter may be requested from
an authorized/licensed fire suppression contractor to ensure that the sprinkler system is
adequate for the storage presented.
26. All standpipe and sprinkler connections shall be marked as prescribed within the appropriate
section of this regulation and as illustrated by the appropriate figures of this regulation. All
standpipe and sprinkler connections shall have minimum of four inch (4") solid yellow
demarcation lines to define specific areas, Solid yellow demarcation lines shall be measured from
the center line of the connection and extend for a distance of four feet (4') on both sides, and
where parking is allow between the building and the street or fire lane the solid yellow
demarcation lines shall extend from the end of the sidewalk surface to the street or fire lane
(Markings shall not be required on the sidewalk surface).
All fire department connections (standpipe and sprinkler) shall have a minimum 12" x 18" sign
that reads FIRE DEPT. CONNECTION, sign lettering shall be a minimum of 3 inches (3") in
height with red scotchlite letters on white scotchlite background. The sign shall be clearly visible
from the fire lane or roadway, and signs using NFPA international symbols shall be an acceptable
alternative. (2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 6, 3)
27. Standpipes shall be provided in all areas and buildings as required in the codes and standards
listed in Regulation 701 as well as the following areas or buildings:
In all Class A and Class B places of assembly and institutional occupancies two (2) stories or 25
feet in height or over,
In any building over three (3) stories, In any building over 35 feet in height,
In any building that has a floor above the first floor over 10,000 square feet gross floor area,
In all buildings where the 1st floor exceeds 60,000 gross square feet,
a Class I horizontal standpipe system installed in accordance with the applicable codes and
standards listed in Regulation 701 of these Regulations shall be provided. All standpipe systems
shall be installed in accordance with the applicable codes and standards listed in Regulation 701.
The standpipe system shall be carried up with each floor and shall be installed and ready for use
as each floor progresses.
Standpipes shall not be more than one floor below the highest forms of staging,
The 2½-inch of hose connections on Class I systems shall be provided in the following locations,
At the highest intermediate landing between floor levels in every required exit stairway,
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Where intermediate landing is not provided, hose connections shall be permitted to be located at
the main floor landings in exit stairways when approved by the authority having jurisdiction,
Where the local fire department has the capability of providing the required pressure,
hydraulically designed standpipe systems in fully sprinklered, non-high-rise buildings shall be
designed to provide the required waterflow rate.
A sign shall be provided at each landing, in all interior stairways, designating the floor level.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 702, Chapter 4, 2)
28. The installation of natural gas and LP gas meters, regulators, valves, and LP gas bottles shall be
protected from impact damage by impact protection. Natural gas and LP gas meters, regulators,
and valves located inside structures shall have impact protection, except when located in
separate protected utility rooms.
Dimensions of bollards. Bollards shall be a minimum of six-inch diameter filled with concrete. The
bollard shall be set into the ground at a depth of at least 36 inches (three ft.) embedded in
concrete at a minimum of 18 inches surrounding the bollard. The bollards must be a least 48
inches (four ft.) in height above the finish grade elevation. Any deviation of the stated
requirements must be approved by the fire marshal and/or chief building inspector. The above
dimensions shall serve as the requirement for installation; however, the fire marshal and/or chief
building inspector shall have the authority to require more stringent dimensions to fit the needs
of devices warranting impact protection.
Color of bollards. Bollards should be of the following colors; yellow, amber or orange. All colors
shall be of fluorescent or have a reflective coating. Any deviation of the stated requirements must
be approved by the fire marshal and/chief building inspector.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 46-4)
29. Every house, building or structure used or intended for use as living quarters or as a place for
conducting business, and having any wall facing or abutting any public or private street or alley,
shall have displayed on that wall, in legible, easily read characters which are of contrasting color
to the background, the proper street number for such house, building, or structure in accordance
with the following:
One-family and two-family residential structures, height, the number shall measure a minimum of four
inches in height, location, the number shall be placed on the house above or to the left or right of
the front entrance, color, the number shall be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals,
all numbers shall be Arabic numerals.
Multiple-family dwellings, measurements, the number shall measure a minimum of six inches when
identifying individual apartments with exterior doors, and 12 inches when identifying buildings
with apartment complexes where there are two or more buildings not assigned street addresses.
Individual buildings with street addresses shall have numbers measuring six inches, location,
numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the street end of the building so
as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the parking lot, color, numbers shall
be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic
numerals.
Commercial, industrial and office buildings, height, the numbers shall measure a minimum of 12 inches in
height, location generally, numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the
street end of the building so as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the
parking lot,
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property line or driveway, should the building be located far enough from a public or private road so
that the numbers are not clearly visible from the street, then the street address shall also be
posted on the property at or near the property line or driveway to said building,
color; each building, numbers shall be contrasting to the background color and shall be placed on
each building in the complex,
Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic numerals,
Shopping centers. Shopping centers consisting of two or more stores shall have a tenant or suite
number affixed to the front of the tenant space and on the outside of the rear door which
corresponds with that tenant space. Numbers shall measure six inches in height.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 98-344)
30. A lock box (Knox) containing any and all means necessary for fire department access shall be
provided at the following occupancies: any occupancy that contains a fire alarm signaling system
that is monitored off-site, or any occupancy that contains an automatic sprinkler system.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, Chapter 5, 2.4)
Secured key systems. When required; exemption. A secured key system shall be required for
any new or existing building where a fire alarm or sprinkler system is being
installed. It shall be the responsibility of the owner or occupant to keep a set of keys
in the secured key box that are current to the locks of the protected occupancy.
Buildings with 24-hour staffing or guard service shall be exempt from this
subsection.
Location. The secured key system shall be located as close to the main entrance as
possible. Should the building design not allow the secured key system to be located
by the main entrance, the fire marshal and fire chief shall come to an agreement as to
an alternate location for the key box. A secured key system, once installed, shall not
be obstructed from view or obstructed by any means that would delay the fire
department access to the box.
Required keys. Keys to be secured in the key box shall include keys to all points of
ingress or egress, whether on the interior or exterior of the building, and keys to
locked mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, elevator rooms, fire alarm and sprinkler
controls and any area protected by automatic fire detection. Keys to individual
residential apartment units are not required.
Ordering responsibility. It shall be the responsibility of the general contractor to order
the key box for new buildings. It shall be the responsibility of the owner or tenant to
order the key box for existing buildings.
Installation before testing. No acceptance test for sprinklers or fire alarms shall be
conducted before the installation of a key box.
(City Code of Ordinances 46-127)
Knox Box to be mounted 6 feet above ground level
31. All required means of egress shall have an exit discharge consisting of a non-slip surface and
leading to and terminating at a public way. NFPA 101
32. All new passenger elevators in a building shall be provided with a car sized to accommodate an
ambulance cot 24 inches (609 mm) by 84 inches (2133 mm) in its horizontal open position.
Where two or more new passenger elevators are located in a single hoist way and serve all or the
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same portion of the building, only one elevator car that provides a car sized to accommodate an
ambulance cot 24 inches by 84 inches in its horizontal position for each hoist way shall be
required. Elevator cars required to comply with 15.1 or 15.2 shall be identified by the international
symbol for emergency medical services (star of life). The symbol shall be not less than 3 inches
(76 mm) in height and shall be placed inside on both sides of the hoist way door frame.
Firefighter recall keys shall be provided in a manner acceptable to the local fire department.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, Chapter 1, 15)
33. All new passenger elevators in a building shall be provided with a car sized to accommodate an
ambulance cot 24 inches (609 mm) by 84 inches (2133 mm) in its horizontal open position.
Where two or more new passenger elevators are located in a single hoist way and serve all or the
same portion of the building, only one elevator car that provides a car sized to accommodate an
ambulance cot 24 inches by 84 inches in its horizontal position for each hoist way shall be
required. Elevator cars required to comply with 15.1 or 15.2 shall be identified by the international
symbol for emergency medical services (star of life). The symbol shall be not less than 3 inches
(76 mm) in height and shall be placed inside on both sides of the hoist way door frame.
Firefighter recall keys shall be provided in a manner acceptable to the local fire department.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, Chapter 1, 15)
34. Buildings over 25,000 Sq. Ft are to have radio performance testing done prior to Final CO. This
must be scheduled in advance with an authorized vendor.
35. Project to be completed per approved Site Plan.
36. Full building and fire plan review is required.
37. Separate building permits/plans submission will be required for each building and/or tenant fit
out. If the permit submission is for a “shell” a Certificate of Occupancy will not be issued.
Separate plans and permits submissions will be required for each “tenant fit out” at which time a
Certificate of Occupancy will be issued upon compliance/completion of each “tenant fit out”.
Each “shell” will require a fire permit for sprinkler and fire alarm if applicable. Those systems (for
the “shell”) must be accepted into service prior to any “tenant fit out” fire permits being issued.
38. Construction or renovations cannot be started until building plans are approved.
39. Fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, hoods, exhaust ducts, and hood suppression
systems require a fire permit from the Fire Marshal’s Office. This work cannot be started until
the permit is approved.
40. Building cannot be occupied by the public until a Certificate of Occupancy is obtained.
41. The following is City Ordinance, Appendix B-Zoning, Article 8 Enforcement and Penalties:
Section 1. - Building permits.
No building or structure in any district shall be erected or structurally altered without a building permit
duly issued upon application to the building inspector. No building permit shall be issued unless the
proposed construction or use is in full conformity with all the provisions of this ordinance. Any building
permit issued in violation of the provisions of this ordinance shall be null and void and of no effect,
without the necessity for any proceedings for revocations or nullification thereof, and any work
undertaken or use established pursuant to any such permit shall be unlawful (see section 4 for
penalties).
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1.1 No building permit shall be issued for the construction or alteration of any building upon a lot
without frontage upon, or legal permanent access to, a public street improved to the satisfaction of the
planning commission, or without access to a public sewer.
1.2 No building permit shall be issued for any building where the site development plan of such
building is subject to approval by the planning commission, except upon approval of such plans
approved by the said commission.
1.21 No building permit shall be issued for any building in a subdivision unless the subdivision plot has
been approved by the planning commission.
1.3 No building permit shall be issued for a building to be used for any conditional use in any zone
where such use is allowed only with approval of the planning commission, unless and until such
approval has been duly granted by the said commission.
(Ord. of 7-12-1993, § 3)
ADDITIONAL / SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN APPROVAL:
1. Just confirming that the property address will be 133 S Governors Ave
2. We will need the square footage of each occupancy to determine if a sprinkler system is needed
3. Please show the Fire Lanes and Perimeter access
4. Please confirm that there is 15’ between the building and on-street parking as outlined in item # 6
listed above
5. Please ensure that the FDC is not blocked and has proper access
6. Please confirm that this is an open parking structure and meets to requirements of the Delaware State
Fire Prevention Regulations, NFPA 1, NFPA 101, and NFPA 88A
7. Please ensure that there are proper distances and/or proper building construction materials per IBC and
NFPA for the adjacent property.
APPLICABLE CODES LISTED BELOW (NOT LIMITED TO):
2021 NFPA 1 Fire Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2021 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2009 IBC (International Building Code)
Latest editions of all other NFPA Codes as defined by the Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
City of Dover Code of Ordinances
*If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above
contact person listed.
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CITY OF DOVER D
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APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY D
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APPLICATION: Revised Dover Mobility Center Garage at 133 S. Governors Ave
FILE#: S-25-01 REVIEWING AGENCY: DelDOT
CONTACT PERSON: Brian Williams PHONE#: 302-760-2141
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THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY'S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
CITY & STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
No person, firm, corporation or the like shall construct, open, reconstruct, maintain, modify or use any
crossing or entrance onto a state-maintained highway, street or road, including any drainage modifications
leading into or carried by the highway drainage system, without first having complied with standards and
regulations adopted by the Department and having obtained a permit issued by the Department.
Please contact the Delaware Department of Transportation - Development Coordination section to begin
permit process.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE
OBJECTIVES:
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1. Please contact the Department to schedule a pre-submittal meeting.
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KENT CONSERVATION DISTRICT
1679 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY • DOVER, DELAWARE 19901• (302) 608-5370 • WWW.KENTCD.ORG
CITY OF DOVER
ADMINISTRATIVE SITE PLAN REVIEW
SEPTEMEBER 2025
APPLICATION: Revised Dover Mobility Center Garage at 133 S. Governors Avenue
FILE #: S-25-01
REVIEWING AGENCY: Kent Conservation District
CONTACT PERSON: Cullen Baker
PHONE: (302) 608 - 5370
EMAIL: stormwater@kentcd.org
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY
AND COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF
EXPERTISE. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO
BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
Source: 2019 Delaware Sediment and Stormwater Regulations
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. As the disturbance for this site will exceed 5,000 square feet, a detailed sediment and stormwater
management plan must be reviewed and approved by the District prior to any land disturbing activity (i.e.
clearing, grubbing, filling, grading, etc.) taking place. The review fee and a completed Application for a
Detailed Plan are due at the time of plan submittal to the District’s office.
2. The following notes must appear on the record plan:
a. The Kent Conservation District reserves the right to enter private property for purposes of periodic site
inspection.
b. The Kent Conservation District reserves the right to add, modify, or delete any erosion or sediment
control measure, as it deems necessary.
c. A clear statement of defined maintenance responsibility for stormwater management facilities must be
provided on the Record Plan.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1. DNREC has notified KCD that 2 of the parcels located at 148 & 150 S. Bradford St. are labeled as Federally
Funded Brown Fields and this has been forwarded to the DNREC Remediation Section. They will be able
to provide further clarification for what will be required during construction on these sites.
2. Currently there are a few bio retention areas in the existing parking lot that were installed for the water
quality storm. These will be removed for the new parking garage construction, so a new BOM will need to
be installed to replace the old bio retention areas. We are not managing the larger storms for this site due to
the beat the peak method be used for this area of Dover.
3. Please note the Kent Conservation District will not review an application more than three times. If after the
third review the plan is still not found to be approvable, the application will be denied, and a new application
with review fees are to be re-submitted to continue a detailed plan review.
4. As a reminder, the Kent Conservation District is required to verify that a Notice of Intent (NOI) for
Stormwater Discharges Associated with Construction Activity under a NPDES General Permit has been
received by DNREC prior to District approval.
5. A letter of no objection to recordation will be provided upon approval of the Sediment and Stormwater
Management Plan.
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CITY OF DOVER Dover/Kent
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
County
Metropolitan
ADVISORY BRIEF Planning
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: 9/3/2025 Organization
S-25-01 Revised Dover Mobility Center Garage at 133 S. Governors Avenue
FILE # S-25-01 REVIEWING AGENCY: Dover/Kent County MPO
CONTACT PERSON: Malcolm Jacob PHONE #: (302) 387-6030
Attached, please find comments submitted by Dover Kent MPO for each of the current City of Dover Development
Advisory Committee (DAC) applications. These comments are a part of the MPO’s ongoing goals of promoting
transportation safety and connectivity within the region. They are submitted in accordance with the support given by
the MPO Council on November 6, 2024.
Issues of concern to the MPO are effective transit, reducing the amount of vehicle emissions by shortening or
eliminating trips, and facilities for alternative modes of transportation, including bicycle and pedestrian access. The
MPO considers the bicycle facilities required by the City of Dover to be the standard for all applications, not to be
waived.
City of Dover Planning Commission
Site Development Plan Review
S-25-01 Revised Dover Mobility Center Garage at 133 S. Governors Avenue
Dover Kent MPO recommends that the applicant consider the larger picture of parking
availability in downtown Dover in addition to the mobility center. The MPO previously
completed two studies on the topic of parking in the downtown, the most recent being finished in
2018. The conclusion of these studies was that while a new parking garage could help improve
parking availability, it should be viewed as more of a long-term solution given the associated
costs and the time required for implementation.1 Short-term steps that could be taken include
new wayfinding signage, metered parking, and the increased promotion of alternative modes of
transportation such as biking and walking. The Downtown Dover Parking Study contains further
details on these strategies.
1
Downtown Dover Parking Study. Dover/Kent County MPO (2018).
https://doverkentmpo.delaware.gov/files/2018/03/Final-Report-Downtown-Dover-Parking-Study.pdf.
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Sidewalks are included in the site plan, both along the property’s frontage and internally. The
applicant should follow both the City of Dover Code for sidewalks2 and the DelDOT
specifications for sidewalks,3 to make sure the requirements of both entities are met. Any
sidewalks that are damaged or removed during the construction process will need to be replaced.
Bicycle parking is included in the plan. Note that these should be provided at a rate of one (1)
bicycle parking space for every twenty (20) vehicle parking spaces.4 If more information on
specific types of bicycle racks is needed, please contact Dover Kent MPO.
The applicant has considered including a bike share facility on the property. The inclusion of
micromobility would allow bicycles or scooters to be rented, providing additional means of
transportation and also reinforcing the site’s designation as a mobility center. Currently, State
Law prohibits the use of motorized scooters and skateboards within the public right of way
including on streets and sidewalks.5 State legislation regarding scooters would be necessary to
enable their use; this would create new opportunities for scooter use in urban settings. For more
information on micromobility, please refer to the Downtown Dover Pathways Plan.6
A sufficient number of accessible parking spaces should be added to the parking garage. These
should meet ADA requirements and be positioned in a convenient location within the structure.
The applicant should anticipate the needs of other modes of transportation at and around the site.
This may include the structural design considerations for access to trash storage receptables; the
safety of moving grocery carts around the property and across the street; and the potential for
electric vehicle (EV) charging locations and rideshare pickup locations. The need for additional
improvements may arise depending on future conditions.
Finally, motorists are likely to walk across Governors Avenue between this property and the
planned mixed use building, either as tenants of the apartments or customers at one of the
businesses. They will probably try to cross the road directly in front of the parking garage, as the
nearest crosswalk is to the south at the intersection with Loockerman Street, which is not as
convenient. Given the expected increase in pedestrian traffic, a crosswalk with a Rectangular
Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) should be considered for the purpose of creating a safe
connection between the two properties. RRFBs are identified as a Proven Safety Countermeasure
2
“Dover Code: Appendix B, Article 5, Section 18.” City of Dover, DE.
https://library.municode.com/de/dover/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_APXBZO_ART5SURE_S18
PEBIMUDAACRE.
3
Pedestrian Accessibility Standards Manual. Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) (2021).
https://deldot.gov/Publications/manuals/pedestrianAccessibility/pdfs/2021/Pedestrian-Accessibility-Standards-for-
Facilities-in-the-Public-Right-of-Way-2021-Edition.pdf.
4
“Dover Code: Appendix B, Article 6, Section 3.10.” City of Dover, DE.
https://library.municode.com/de/dover/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_APXBZO_ART6OREPAD
RLOFA_S3REOREPASP.
5
“Del. Code Title 21, Ch. 41, §4198N.” State of Delaware. https://law.justia.com/codes/delaware/title-21/chapter-
41/subchapter-xii/section-4198n/.
6
Downtown Dover Pathways Plan. Dover/Kent County MPO (2024).
https://doverkentmpo.delaware.gov/files/2024/08/Downtown-Dover-Pathways-Final-Report-2024-07-
11.pdf#page=77.
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by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and they have been shown to reduce
pedestrian crashes by up to 56%.7 They are most useful at unsignalized locations with noted
pedestrian safety concerns. Dover Kent MPO is willing to work with the applicant and DelDOT
to find solutions to the issue of getting pedestrians safely across Governors Avenue.
If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the
above contact person and the Planning Department as soon as possible.
7
Kent County Safety Action Plan. Dover/Kent County MPO (2025).
https://doverkentmpo.delaware.gov/files/2025/06/Kent-County-Safety-Action-Plan-FINAL-June-
2025.pdf#page=61.
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WAIVER REQUEST
DOWNTOWN DOVER PARTNERSHIP
DOVER MOBILITY CENTER GARAGE
TREE PLANTING REQUIREMENTS / TREE MITIGATION REQUEST
REQUEST: Due to the nature and use of the subject site and its proposed layout which will
encompass the entire site, the Downtown Dover Partnership requests a waiver
from the tree planting requirements of the zoning code for the subject site and
proposes to plant the required number of trees to meet the zoning code
requirements, either on other lands of the Partnership or in City owned Pocket
Parks within the downtown area. The specific location is to be determined after
discussions between the City and the Partnership.
EXTENT OF THE REQUEST: By code, the property will be required to provide 13 trees
on the subject site. We request to plant the 13 trees at a
location yet to be determined, but within the downtown
area as noted above.
BASIS FOR REQUEST: Article 5, section 16.91 states that The Planning
Commission may waive the provisions of [sub]sections
16.52, 16.53, and 16.62, and require replacement planting
for mitigation purposes should the planning commission
determine, after demonstration by the applicant, that due to
physical limitations of the land which would otherwise
prohibit the reasonable use of the land, or for purposes of
preserving, protecting and promoting the interest of public
health, safety, welfare and/or public convenience. All tree
mitigation plantings must occur within the corporate limits
of the City of Dover. Tree mitigation may occur off-site in
accordance with the provisions listed below in this
ordinance:
(a) If a waiver is sought from the provisions of §
[subsection] 16.62, new tree plantings are required
at a rate of 1:1. All new tree plantings shall meet the
minimum size at planting requirements of the City
of Dover table of trees.
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The proposed facility is a multi-story parking garage with some
minor ancillary spaces for retail space, a management office and a
welcome center. The facility will encompass the entire site thus
leaving no space for tree plantings on the property. For these
reasons, we request that a waiver be granted allowing the required
trees to be planted on other lands of the Partnership or on City
owned lands (pocket parks, etc) within the downtown area. The
location is to be agreed upon by both the city and the Partnership.
202431400ak-tree-waiver.docx
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December 5, 2024
City of Dover Planning Commission
c/o Department of Planning and Inspections
P.O. Box 475
Dover, DE 19903-0475
RE: Parking Strategy Statement
DOVER MOBILITY CENTER GARAGE
Dover, Delaware
2024314.00
Dear Commission Members:
On behalf of our client, Downtown Dover Partnership, we are hereby submitting this
parking strategy statement for your consideration.
The properties associated with the project are zoned C-2 - Central Commercial and H
- Historic. There is no minimum parking requirement based on use for this zoning
designation within the Downtown Redevelopment Target Area, however, this parking
strategy statement is required for consideration to meet code requirements.
The site currently consists of public surface paid and permit parking lots and two
existing office buildings with private parking spaces. These will be replaced with the
new Mobility Center Hub/Parking Garage. 83 existing parking spaces associated with
the surface lots and the offices will be removed as well as the existing office
buildings.
The new mobility hub will provide a place for people to connect to multiple modes of
transportation at a central convenient location to the downtown area. The garage will
provide 431 total vehicle parking spaces. Additionally, 33 bicycle parking spaces will
be provided within the garage as well as scooter parking and the possibility of future
bikeshare opportunities. The structure will include 8,738 s.f. of enclosed space which
includes a welcome center, a management office, restrooms, storage and some small
retail space. The welcome center can provide travel information for patrons. The Hub
will allow for future rideshare, carshare or ridehail pickup/drop off (Uber, Lyft etc.) at
a convenient safe location. All of these options help to reduce parking in general for
the downtown area with the multi-modal travel options that can be available at the
Hub. The intent of the garage is to provide public parking for the downtown area in
general, including the uses within the structure. The ground level of the garage will
include 30-minute parking spaces, handicapped accessible spaces and bicycle/scooter
parking spaces as well as the aforementioned uses. The upper levels will house longer
term paid and permit parking spaces which will provide parking for visitors to
downtown, residents of the local area, employees of downtown businesses etc.
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We believe the Mobility Hub will be a great benefit to Downtown Dover. Please
consider this statement as part of your review of the project.
Sincerely,
BECKER MORGAN GROUP, INC.
Michael J. Henry, LEED AP
Senior Associate
MJH/
202431400ai-ltr-COD.docx
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REVISED
August 1, 2024
Department of Planning & Inspections
City of Dover
PO BOX 475
Dover, DE 19903
The Dover Mobility Center will be a newly constructed 4-story, 400-space 319-space multi-purpose
garage in the heart of Downtown Dover. The structure will be situated at 133 S. Governor's Avenue,
Dover, DE 19904, a future consolidation of six contiguous parcels currently known as 133 S. Governors
Ave., 139 S. Governors Ave., 145 S. Governors Ave., 136 S. Bradford St., 148 S. Bradford St., and 150 S.
Bradford St. The intended lot consolidation will require vacating a portion of an existing paper alley that
currently runs through the boundaries of the project parcels. The site is located one block north of
Loockerman Street, the site is bordered by S. Governors Avenue to the west, S Bradford Street to the
east, and Minor Street Alley to the south. Currently, surface parking lots on this site serve as public and
permit parking for the downtown district.
The proposed Mobility Center aims to accommodate the increased parking demands resulting from
incentives outlined in the Capital City 2030: Transforming Downtown Dover Master Plan, which
anticipates greater business activity and an influx of new residents downtown in mixed-use
redevelopment projects. The Center's parking infrastructure is crucial in supporting the transformation of
the Capital City into a vibrant hub for commerce, living, and cultural activities projected through 2030 and
beyond.
Architectural Design and Adherence to Historic District Guidelines
The architecture of the Mobility Center is crafted to creatively reflect and honor the historic district while
adhering to its guidelines. The design aligns with the Historic District Zone’s standards, emphasizing that:
“…the slavish and literal copying of architectural styles and elements will trivialize and confuse
the genuine historic architecture of the City of Dover… Contemporary architecture should be
representative of the time in which it is created and should thus contribute to Dover’s
architectural diversity for the appreciation of future generations.”1
Although “contemporary” in style, the Center’s architecture respects the historic context rather than
replicating neighboring structures. Drawing inspiration from the tectonics of early Victorian-era carriage
and horse stables—the antecedents of modern automobile garages—the building incorporates their
guiding principles of scale, rhythm, proportion, and materiality. This approach enables the structure to
harmonize with its surroundings and avoid appearing contextually foreign.
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Aligned with the Design Standards and the new C-2 zoning regulations, the building’s massing
incorporates a tripartite form with a six-foot setback. This setback, applied on both frontages after the
second floor, scales the building comfortably for public interaction. It also enables the use of materials on
the first two levels that correspond with the historic context by aligning with elements like the historic
cornice lines prevalent within the historic district.
With the core approach of respect rather than replication, the building takes cues and architectural style
from the buildings downtown, rather than direct forgery. An example of which is the building’s brickwork,
which takes cues such as the size, shape, color variation, and uniformity of bricks prevalent downtown.
The patterning of the brick, mainly running bond with accents of soldier coursing, is a common theme
downtown and serves as an acknowledgement and method of folding the building into the fabric of
Dover.
On the upper levels, contemporary materials and forms predominate. Precast concrete spandrel panels
reference historic cornice styles, incorporating dynamic spandrel panels with historically inspired insets.
The exposed stair towers on S Governors and S Bradford introduce modern glass construction, serving as
a wayfinding beacon. To acknowledge the building’s place in the ongoing history of Downtown Dover, the
glass also serves as a mirror to reflect its neighboring architecture and sky.
Site
The building is designed to adhere closely to C-2 zoning requirements, which call for a zero-foot setback,
positioning the Mobility Center directly along the sidewalk edge. At the entry points, the sidewalk will be
expanded to enhance pedestrian flow and create a welcoming, accessible frontage. This expansion is
further supported by thoughtfully planned site elements such as light poles and wall sconces that provide
essential lighting while complementing the architectural design.
In addition, a selection of street trees and landscaped plantings along the building’s perimeter will create
a comfortable, shaded environment for pedestrians, contributing to a pleasant streetscape. In response
to Staff and HDC comments, we will explore canopy tree options to provide enhanced greenery and
shade. To the north of the structure on S Bradford Street, a greenspace area is proposed, incorporating
trees, shrubs, and various plantings to enhance the aesthetic quality of the site and provide a natural
respite within the urban landscape. This greenspace will serve as a “pocket park”, offering a convenient
and valuable amenity for residents and visitors with pets.
All site elements, including landscaping and lighting, will be carefully positioned to ensure they do not
obstruct visibility for drivers or compromise pedestrian safety in addition to limiting light pollution for
neighboring properties. Special attention will be given to sightlines at entry and exit points, promoting a
safe, pedestrian-friendly environment that aligns with the broader vision of Downtown Dover as a vibrant
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and accessible community space. In response to Staff and HDC comments, exterior and street lighting will
complement in their style the light fixtures prevalent throughout the Dover Historic District.
Ground Floor Programming and Design
The ground floor of the Mobility Center is thoughtfully programmed to serve a variety of needs,
enhancing both functionality and accessibility. Key features include a welcome center, with expanded
retail spaces for various local businesses, public washrooms accessible through the bike & scooter parking
area on S. Bradford Street. welcome center during business hours to support visitors, as well as a bicycle
repair hub that encourages cycling as a sustainable transportation option. In addition to the retail, the
ground floor also houses a management office, storage for building operations, and designated parking
areas for bicycles and scooters, which will be complemented by lockers to facilitate secure package
delivery and retrieval. Vertical circulation elements, including stairwells and elevators, connect this level
to the upper floors, while back-of-house spaces support the operational needs of the facility.
In addition to general garage parking, The ground floor is designed with a number of specialized parking
spaces, such as accessible spots, including those designated for van access., as well as designated electric
vehicle (EV) charging stations and short-term 30-minute parking spaces. These additions promote
inclusiveness, sustainable transportation, and convenience for short-term Dover visitors.
An exterior location along Governors Avenue is designated for bikeshare docks, aligning with the
objectives of both the Kent County MPO’s strategic plan and the Capital City 2030: Transforming
Downtown Dover plan by the Downtown Dover Partnership (DDP). This bikeshare docking area supports
regional and local goals to encourage sustainable transportation options and increase bike accessibility
for residents and visitors. The placement along Governors Avenue strategically situates the bikeshare
docks for easy access, allowing users to seamlessly connect to other downtown destinations and
transportation nodes. The integration of bikeshare infrastructure into the Mobility Center not only
supports eco-friendly transit but also contributes to Dover’s vision of a more connected, pedestrian- and
cyclist-friendly urban core.
Garage entrances and exits are is strategically placed on both S Governors Avenue and S Bradford Street,
enhancing access to the facility while limiting a burden of vehicles on either side S. Bradford Street. The S
Governors Avenue entrance is expected to handle a higher the volume of traffic due to its status as a
state road with larger traffic flows, allowing for efficient circulation in and out of the garage. This
thoughtful layout ensures a streamlined experience for all users, aligning with the Mobility Center’s goals
of accessibility, sustainability, and integration within the downtown infrastructure.
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Façade Design and Materiality of the Pedestrian zone
The Mobility Center’s garage façade will feature primarily precast architectural concrete with brick
cladding that matches the color and scale of surrounding buildings. This material selection, as well as the
overall design, reflects the input gathered from the public at the October 23, 2024 Open House, where
attendees helped shape the aesthetic by voting on their favorite of three pre-selected brick samples that
range in color and shape. The brickwork employs varying orientations, particularly within column bays
and at the cornice level, to introduce architectural texture and provide a contemporary nod to traditional
Victorian brickwork. This technique ensures a harmonious blend with Dover’s historic aesthetic while
expressing a modern identity.
Both street-facing elevations follow this brickwork pattern up to a setback above the second floor.
Beyond this setback, the façade transitions to decorative precast concrete spandrels, which, in color and
form, were also selected with public input. The thoughtful progression from brick to concrete on the
upper floors emphasizes the building’s contemporary character while maintaining visual cohesion with
the district’s architectural language.
Along Minor Street, the brickwork and decorative detailing wrap the corner up to the second structural
column, then simplify into a streamlined design. This strategic simplification allows flexibility for future
transformations of Minor Street Alley, envisioning a shift from a car-dominated space to a pedestrian-
friendly zone. The simplified façade is primed for future additions, such as murals, supplementary lighting,
and screening, giving the Downtown Dover Partnership the agency to shape this side of the building as
the surrounding area evolves.
The north elevation, which will function as a party wall due to fire safety regulations of proximity to the
building’s property line and existing adjacent neighbor, has limited openings but retains visual interest
through adjacent landscaping. A pocket park with trees, and greenery will create a collaborative public
space that draws people into the area. This elevation is specifically designed to host a large mural, turning
the party wall into a canvas for public art and adding vibrancy to this side of the building. Together, these
design choices reflect a commitment to honoring public input, integrating contemporary style with
historical context, and aligning with the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic
District Zone.
Windows, Openings, and Canopies
The windows in the Mobility Center’s welcome center, retail, and office spaces are proportioned to align
harmoniously with those of neighboring buildings, creating a cohesive streetscape. For the parking
garage’s pedestrian entries, double doors are planned to match the proportions of surrounding
storefronts, integrating seamlessly with the architectural rhythm of the street.
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Extending across the length of the ground floor, canopies with dark painted metal fascia will be installed,
designed with detailing that complements the brickwork and adds an additional layer of architectural
refinement. These canopies are topped with a landscaping tray system, which serves the dual function of
managing stormwater runoff and visually lowering the building’s scale to create a more pedestrian-
friendly atmosphere.
In the main body of the parking garage, much of the structure is open above the safety railing and
spandrel panels, maximizing airflow to meet the ventilation requirements of a parking facility. This open
design supports efficient air exchanges, enhancing both the comfort and safety of the garage
environment. The design choices throughout the structure focus on balancing functionality, historical
alignment, and pedestrian comfort, reinforcing the Mobility Center as a well-integrated, accessible
element of downtown Dover’s urban fabric.
Sincerely,
Michael S. McCloskey, AIA, LEED AP
Vice President
215.609.4609 | mmccloskey@core-states.com
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City of Dover
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW STAFF REPORT for REVISED PLAN
Recommendation from Dover Historic District Commission on August 21, 2025
Previous Recommendation from the Dover Historic District Commission on December 19, 2024
And Staff Review Report
Application: Dover Mobility Center Garage, HI-24-09 REVISED
Owners: Downtown Dover Development Corporation (Downtown Dover Partnership)
The Downtown Dover Development Corp. – Dover Parking Authority as the
(Downtown Dover Partnership)
City of Dover
Capital City Transformation Alliance
Main Street – Dover Inc.
Location: North of Minor Street Alley between South Bradford Street and South
Governors Avenue
Addresses: 133 S. Governors Avenue, 139 S. Governors Avenue, 145 S. Governors
Avenue, 136 S. Bradford Street, 148 S. Bradford Street, and 150 S. Bradford
Street, Dover DE
Tax Parcels: ED-05-077.09-02-10.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-09.00-000, ED-05-077.09-
02-08.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-24.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-25.00-00,
and ED-05-077.09-02-27.00-000
Additional Parcel: The adjacent parcel at 132 S. Bradford Street (ED-05-077.09-02-23.00-000
owned by City of Dover) may become part of the project area to address site
improvements i.e. stormwater management, tree plantings, etc. It does not
include the proposed building.
Project Area: estimated at 0.8577 acres +/-
Present Uses: Parking Lot (and previously Two Residential-Style Buildings Used as
Offices, now demolished)
Proposed Use: Mobility Center Parking Garage Structure
• Revision is related architectural design revisions to the building,
changes to interior space uses, and revisions to the configuration of
parking garage entry point and layout.
Present Zoning: C-2 (Central Commercial Zone)
H (Historic District Zone)
For Consideration: Revised Architectural Review Certification including alternative side yard
setback
P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903
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This Report for Revised HI-24-09 Dover Mobility Center was updated upon submission of
Revised Architectural package of a Summary Letter, Revised Design Narrative, Updated
Responses to previous Recommendations, Updated Architectural Graphics Package, and Updated
Site Plan Sheet (C-201) by the Applicant. The Planning Staff deemed the revision substantial
enough to warrant the Application to go back through the formal Architectural Review
Certification process with the Historic District Commission and the Planning Commission.
Application HI-24-09 was initially considered by the Historic District Commission on December
19, 2024 and then considered by the Planning Commission on January 21, 2025 as Site Plan S-25-
01 Dover Mobility Center.
ACTION OF THE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION (on Revised Submission):
The application was considered at the August 21, 2025 Meeting of the Historic District
Commission. The following members were present at the July Meeting: Chairman Eric
Czerwinski, Vice-Chair Mrs. Ellen Richardson, Mrs. Ann Horsey, and Ms. Kathleen Baker; one
member was absent. The application was represented by project team members: J.D. Bartlett and
Monika Mickute of EDiS; Todd Stonesifer, Chair/President of Downtown Dover Partnership
Board; Diane Laird, Downtown Dover Partnership; Mr. Michael Henry, Becker Morgan Group;
Michael Caine and other Staff from CoreStates Group; Jed Hatfield of Colonial Parking. Public
testimony was received during the Public Hearing from Zach Prebula of the Kent Economic
Partnership and with Meagon Whetstone and Leslie Smallwood-Lewis of Mosaic Development
Partners observing.
Action Taken by Historic District Commission:
The motion to recommend approval passed 4-0 of the members present for this application at the
August 21, 2025 Meeting. The Historic District Commission recommends approval of the
Revised Architectural Review Certificate for Application HI-24-09 Revised Dover Mobility
Center based on the applicant’s presentation and plans with reference to the Staff notes and
amendments (Staff Recommendation Report – Section VI). The Historic District Commission
also required consideration for redesign of the stair towers to incorporate the brick elements
wrapping around the building corner at S. Bradford Street and Minor Street Alley.
During the Meeting, the Historic District Commission heard the applicants’ presentation on the
project for the Dover Mobility Center and the associated Revisions. They presented information on
the programming revisions on the first floor; building architectural features and materials; and
other site items. Questions focused on the building elevation detailing, the stair towers, brick types
and usage, lighting, windows and openings, and planned uses in the building. The Meeting Minutes
of the Historic District Commission are still being prepared; the Meeting recording will be posted
on the City’s website.
Note: The original Staff Review Report of December 19, 2024 was initially prepared by Staff of
the Rossi Group (under a Planning Services contract with the City of Dover). The Report was
completed with additional review and editing by the City’s Planning Office. This Revised Staff
Review Report utilizes that original Report as a starting point. See the following.
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I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Historic District Commission will act on a recommendation for an Architectural Review
Certificate for a Revised Site Development Plan Application for the proposed construction of a
four-story, 329-space multi-purpose garage in Downtown Dover, to be located on what is currently
six parcels of land located north of Minor Street Alley, east of South Governors Avenue, and west
of South Bradford Street. The approximate 0.8577 acre +/- project area includes existing surface
parking lots and the previously location of two residential-style buildings most recently used as
office space now demolished. There have been architectural changes as designed including the
removal of the South Bradford Street garage entrance. The property is zoned C-2 (Central
Commercial Zone) and is subject to H (Historic District Zone). The owners of record include the
Downtown Dover Partnership; City of Dover; Capital City Transformation Alliance; and Main
Street – Dover Inc. Property Addresses: 133 South Governors Avenue, 139 South Governors
Avenue, 145 South Governors Avenue, 136 South Bradford Street, 148 South Bradford Street, and
150 South Bradford Street. Tax Parcels: ED-05-077.09-02-10.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-09.00-
000, ED-05-077.09-02-08.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-24.00-000, ED-05-077.09-02-25.00-00, and
ED-05-077.09-02-27.00-000. Council District 4.
The design Revisions for the Dover Mobility Center Parking Garage are presented and focus on an
expanded retail footprint, improved public amenities, reduction in parking capacity, and removal of
the vehicle entry to the garage from S. Bradford Street while reducing the neighborhood impact,
changes to the building scale and building height, and refinements to the architectural character and
material utilization. These are more fully described in the Applicant’s Revised submission.
It is noted that the adjacent parcel at 132 S. Bradford Street (ED-05-077.09-02-23.00-000 owned by
City of Dover) is an associated part of the project area to address site improvements i.e. stormwater
management, tree plantings, etc. It does not include the proposed building. In the Revised
submission, this parcel is depicted as open space for a pocket park/stormwater retention area.
Surrounding Land Uses
This subject project area location north of Minor Street Alley, east of South Governors Avenue,
and west of South Bradford Street is within the Downtown Development District. As previously
noted, all six parcels are zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone). Properties immediately adjacent
to the subject project location are zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone), with other nearby
properties zoned RGO (General Residence and Office Zone). The surrounding properties are also
within the H (Historic District Zone). In the remaining portions of the block to the north of the
subject area are a service establishment (dry cleaner), other surface parking lots, the Dover Fire
Department Station #1, a church building, and several mixed-use buildings. To the south of the
Minor Street Alley are mixed-use buildings (first floor commercial or office with upper for
residential uses) fronting on the West Loockerman Street, the Downtown commercial corridor.
Previous Applications
The existing surface parking lot fronting South Governors Avenue was constructed in 2007,
following the demolition of buildings on the site (S-07-52, HI-07-05 and HI-06-07). Based on
orthophotography, the Bradford Street parking lot was constructed sometime between 1965-1992.
In May 2024, the Historic District Commission reviewed applications for Architectural Review
Certification for Demolition of the two residential-style buildings located at 148 South Bradford
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Street (HI-24-02) and 150 South Bradford Street (HI-24-03). On May 16, 2024, the Commission
passed a motion to deny both applications for Architectural Review Certificates to demolish the
structures, with two members voting in favor of the motion and one member voting in opposition
to the motion.
Following the denial of the Architectural Review Certificates, the applicant appealed the denial to
the Planning Commission, in accordance with Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 - Planning
Commission, Section 3 Historic District Commission and Architectural Review, Section 3.23 (D).
At their meeting on June 17, 2024, the Planning Commission passed a motion to reverse the
Historic District Commission’s denial of the Architectural Review Certificates to demolish the
structures, with four members voting in favor of the motion and two members voting in opposition
to the motion. This action granted approval of the Architectural Review Certification to allow
Demolition of these two buildings.
II. HISTORIC PROPERTY INFORMATION
Review of Historic Maps
A series of historic maps were reviewed by Staff for preliminary information on the area and found
that between 1885 and 1919, the area was predominately residential along South Bradford Street
and South Governors Avenue. By 1992, 136 S. Bradford Street had been converted into a parking
lot as surrounding uses shifted to a mix of commercial, offices, and residential. Around 2006-2007
the residences along South Governors Avenue were demolished. Two historic structures that
remained on South Bradford Street were recently demolished after previous application submissions.
Property Information
The subject property area is within the Victorian Dover Historic District on the National Register
of Historic Places and is located within H (Historic District Zone) as established by the City of
Dover. There are four contexts that contribute to the historic character of Dover, including the
Green Historic Context; the Victorian Historic Context; the Loockerman Historic Context; and the
Capitol Square Historic Context. This property is located within the Loockerman Historic Context.
The Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone describe this
context as “a coherent, densely-built commercial area that would have an attractive mix of historic
and new buildings and related parking.”
The building that was located at 148 S. Bradford Street was a twentieth-century, bungalow style
structure that was constructed in 1930. The building previously located at 150 S. Bradford Street
was a residential style structure and is estimated to have been constructed in the 1880s. Both
structures are listed on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the Victorian Dover
Historic District. Delaware’s Division of Historical & Cultural Affairs identifies both as
contributing properties. These buildings were demolished after prior authorizations in application
HI-24-02 and HI-24-03. There are no other extant buildings in the subject area.
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III. PROJECT PROPOSAL
PROJECT PROPOSAL as Revised (Summary Letter, Revised Design Narrative, Updated
Responses to Recommendation, Architectural Graphics Package and Site Plan Sheet (C-201)
dated August 1, 2025)
The Revised Application proposes construction of a Parking Garage Structure and other site
improvements for the development of the Dover Mobility Center. The proposed Mobility Center is
part of the centralized parking strategy proposed in the Capital City 2030: Transforming
Downtown Dover Master Plan. The Mobility Center is also identified in the Master Plan as a
Project Site. The project location includes the surface public parking lots fronting South Bradford
Street and South Governors Avenue, as well as the site of the now demolished two residential-style
buildings (the Planning Commission granted the Architectural Review Certificates for demolition).
The Applicant’s original submission included a Design Narrative, a site plan graphic, and building
elevations and 3-D views. The Documents were originally filed November 15, 2024 and were
updated with a submission of December 11, 2024 with minor design revisions.
The Applicant’s Revised submission of August 1, 2025 includes a Summary Letter giving an
overview of the Design revisions, a Revised Design Narrative, a Letter of Updated Responses to
the Recommendations, a Revised Architectural Graphics Package, and an Updated Site Plan sheet.
The Architectural Graphics Package includes the original submission pages for comparison to the
Revised submission pages (marked Revised with maroon border).
The elements of the project are as follows with notations on the Revisions:
1. Parking Garage Structure: The Parking Garage Structure is located in close proximity to
the lot lines of the site adjacent to Minor Street Alley, South Bradford Street, and South
Governors Avenue. It is positioned at the edge of the sidewalks on South Bradford Street
and South Governors Avenue. The four-story structure design has been revised to consist
of 329 parking spaces. Revisions to reallocate space on the first floor will include a
welcome center and expanded retail space; public restrooms; bicycle repair shop;
management office; and other support spaces on the ground level. The lower two stories of
the structure are predominantly brick, while the upper stories, which are set back six feet
from the lower stories, are predominantly precast concrete spandrel panels.
Exposed stair towers remain located at the northwest and southeast corners of the building,
where the use of glass is intended to reflect neighboring building architecture and the sky.
The roof height of the northwest stair tower is revised to 54 feet, and the roof height of the
southeast stair tower remains at 60 feet. The Revised changes in height are depicted with
dashed lines on the elevation drawings. The ramped parking deck sits behind the building
façade along the east and west elevations of the two lower stories; the ramped parking
decks are visible through openings on the upper stories of west and east elevations. The
south elevation includes the brick façade wrapped from the west building face and the stair
tower on the east side. Between these areas, the south elevation reveals precast concrete
with a parking garage appearance above the first floor where there are proposals for
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window and door openings. The north elevation is a solid party wall for the western half of
the elevation, consistent with fire code requirements, due to proximity to the property line.
This area party wall is being designed to host a large mural. The remaining portion of the
north elevation (the eastern half) has been revised to include a continuation of the brick
wrapping around the corner and then the precast concrete panels of the parking decks with
bands of horizontal openings.
Vehicle access to the garage is via entry and exit points now only from South Governors
Avenue as the vehicle entry to the garage from South Bradford Street has been eliminated.
Windows and double door entries are proportioned to align with neighboring buildings.
Canopies are redesigned in their form to a projecting band at the first floor level which
visually lowers the building’s scale.
2. Sidewalks: With the structure’s position, the sidewalk generally spans from the building to
the curbline on the South Bradford Street and South Governors Avenue frontages. The
application proposes expanded sidewalks at the entry points of the building and pedestrian-
scale lighting along the building. The street frontage sidewalks along South Bradford Street
will include brick pavers to match existing sidewalks with concrete sidewalks along South
Governors Avenue. The plan proposes bike share docks along South Governors Avenue.
3. Tree Planting and Landscaping: The project plan proposes street tree plantings and grass
areas between the curb and sidewalk. The drawing shows a “pocket park/stormwater
retention” area on the northeast side of the site, bounded by the parking garage and South
Bradford Street on the south and east, with trees proposed to be planted in this area. This
‘pocket park’ area is located on the adjacent parcel at 132 S. Bradford Street.
See the attached Revised Design Narrative Letter, Updated Responses, the Revised
Architectural Graphics Package, and updated Site Plan Sheet (C-201) for the associated
graphics and drawings for detailed information on building dimensions, locations, and material
choices.
In the center of the Project Area parcels is an existing Alley. It is noted that currently there is a
separate Alley Abandonment Request. Application MI-24-10 Request for Alley Abandonment:
Part of Alley Between S. Governors Avenue and S. Bradford Street (abandonment of an
approximately 132 feet length alley segment) was recommended for approval by the Planning
Commission on December 16, 2024 and then approved by City Council in early 2025.
IV. ZONING REVIEW
The entire project site area is located in the H (Historic District Zone) and subject to the provisions
of the Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 §21 and referenced sections. Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 §3.2
outlines the review process for Architectural Review Certification and related building height,
bulk, and setback standards.
The subject project area is zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone.) The C-2 zone allows for “parking
lots and parking structures as a principal use.” The subject property, once combined into one parcel,
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will have frontage on two streets, South Governors and South Bradford; Minor Street Alley is
considered a side. The C-2 zone requires a zero minimum setback. The northern lot line, if treated
as a side yard, has no required setback, but a minimum of five feet if provided. From other related
project submissions, it appears that this setback ranges from 0.7 feet to 5.2 feet along the northern
property lines. The Planning Commission in January of 2025 approved this Alternative Side Yard
Setback as part of the Architectural Review Certification process.
The C-2 zoning district also includes some design standards provisions. See the code excerpt below:
Article 3 Section 13
13.5 Design standards. The following standards shall apply to the site and building development
in the central commercial zone (C-2):
13.51 Façade articulation. Building facades should incorporate design elements to provide a
base, middle, and top of the building to reinforce the pedestrian scale at the street level.
13.52 Height. For buildings greater than four stories in height, then the upper floors above the
fourth story shall step back six feet for fifty percent of the width of the primary facade. For
buildings greater than six stories, then the upper floors above the sixth fl oor shall step back an
additional six feet on the primary façade. These step back areas may begin at a lower height than
these minimums as part of the building design in order to be compatible with the character of the
area.
13.53 Step back areas. The step back areas should be open to the sky and can be open air
balcony spaces or other design architectural features that are not enclosed spaces.
13.54 Off-street parking. Off-street parking lots shall not be permitted to be situated between the
street line and the primary facade of the principal building. Consideration should be given to
locating parking to the side or rear of the building.
13.55 Screening. Any off-street parking lots provided shall be screened from the street line by
buildings, landscaping, or other means. Off-street parking lots shall be screened from adjacent
residential zones and residential uses. This screening provision does not apply to adjacent
alleys.
V. Review of DESIGN STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
The subject project area is located in the Dover Historic District Zone within the Loockerman
Context. The Loockerman Context is described on pages 2-7 and 2-8 of the Design Standards and
Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone. This Design Standards and Guidelines
describe this context as “a coherent, densely-built commercial area that would have an attractive
mix of historic and new buildings and related parking.” Location within the Dover Historic District
Zone requires proposals for demolition, new construction, additions, and certain renovation or
rehabilitation activities to existing buildings to receive an Architectural Review Certificate.
As stated in the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone, an
Architectural Review Certificate will be granted “if it is found that the architectural style, general
design, height, bulk and setbacks, arrangement location and materials affecting the exterior
appearance are generally in harmony with neighboring structures and complementary to the
traditional architectural standards of the historic district.” In accordance with Article 10 §3.2, the
Historic District Commission will provide a recommendation to the Planning Commission
regarding the project’s compliance with the architectural review standards.
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This proposal must be reviewed for conformity with the design criteria guidelines found in Chapter
4: New Construction, Additions, Demolition and Relocation. Information on the review
considerations is given below.
New Construction
The Design Standards and Guidelines for New Construction (Chapter 4: pages 4-1 through 4-8)
provide the design criteria and development guidelines. The guidelines specify the following
individual considerations for new construction to be considered in the review by the Historic
District Commission (and Planning Commission) of the project for Architectural Review
Certification:
• Style
• Scale (building to reflect dominant cornice and roof height of adjacent buildings)
• Elevation of the First Floor
• Floor-to-Floor heights
• Bays, windows, and doors (size, relationship, spacing of)
• Absolute Size (compare overall size of new building)
• Massing (relationship of solid-to-void)
• Orientation (location of primary façade)
• Proportions (comparison of height to width of building and elements)
• Materials
• Forms (shape of building and roof to be complementary)
• Siting (location of building on lot and in relation to street)
• High density/ large-scale construction
The proposed project must also be reviewed for compliance with the standards established by the
Zoning Ordinance. The standards include items such as setbacks from property lines, lot coverage,
height, etc. This Proposal for the new Dover Mobility Center Garage appears to conform to most
of the bulk requirements of the C-2 Zoning District, however, the detailed dimensions and bulk
standards will be verified via site plan review. Alternatives for the side yard setback along the
north property line will be required. The City of Dover Zoning Ordinance authorizes the Historic
District Commission to waive certain bulk standards when issuing its recommendation to the
Planning Commission for an Architectural Review Certificate if necessary; this was authorized by
the earlier application review and will also be required for this Revision.
ACTION on ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW CERTIFICATION (for HI-24-09 with December
2024 Review by the Historic District Commission and January 21, 2025 Review by Planning
Commission):
Application HI-24-09 was considered at the December 19, 2024 Meeting of the Historic District
Commission. The following members were present at the December Meeting: Chairman Eric
Czerwinski, Vice-Chair Mrs. Ellen Richardson, Mrs. Ann Horsey, and Ms. Mary Mason. The
application was represented by JD Bartlett of EDiS Company; Diane Laird and Ken Anderson of the
Downtown Dover Partnership; Michael Caine, project designer from Core-States; and Jed Hatfield of
Colonial Parking. Public testimony was received during the Public Hearing from Todd Stonesifer
as Board President of the Downtown Dover Partnership and Marilyn Smith of the Dover /Kent
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Item 4.
HI-24-09 REVISED Dover Mobility Center Garage
Revised Architectural Certification Review Report from Historic District Commission
August 21, 2025 Meeting
Page 9 of 13
County MPO (just listening) with written correspondence (Letters of Support) from the Central
Delaware Chamber of Commerce and the Biggs Museum of American Art.
During the Meeting, the Historic District Commission heard the applicants’ presentation on the
Dover Mobility Center Garage Project and including their response to the series of Staff
Comments and Recommendations. They presented information on the Downtown Master Plan;
project development and community interaction; the Parking Garage development site and
building placement; building architectural features and materials; streetscape amenities and other
site items. Questions focused on the Parking Garage access points, electric vehicle parking
opportunities, the usage of glass and concrete materials, and building elevation detailing.
Action on Architectural Review Certification Recommendation by Historic District Commission:
The motion to recommend approval passed 4-0 of the members present for this application at the
December 19, 2024 Meeting. The Historic District Commission recommends approval of the
Architectural Review Certificate for Application HI-24-09 Dover Mobility Center Garage at 133 S.
Governors Avenue based on the applicant’s presentation and plans with reference to the Staff notes
and amendments (Staff Recommendation Report – Section VI). (Note: This also included a
recommendation of approval of the Alternative Bulk Standards to allow alternative side yard
setbacks along the northern property lines to accommodate building placement.)
Action on Architecture Review Certification and Site Plan by the Planning Commission:
Application S-25-01/HI-24-09 was considered at the January 21, 2025 Meeting of the Planning
Commission with 8 members present. The application was represented by Mike Riemann and
Mike Henery of Becker Morgan Group; JD Bartlett of EDiS Company; Staff of the Downtown
Dover Partnership; Michael Caine, project designer from Core-States; and project team members.
Public testimony was received during the Public Hearing from Diane Laird of the Downtown
Dover Partnership, Todd Stonesifer as Board President of the Downtown Dover Partnership, and
Jed Hatfield of Colonial Parking and with written correspondence also received. During the
Meeting, the Planning Commission heard the applicants’ presentation on the Dover Mobility
Center Garage Project includes the question for an Alternative Side Yard Setback, a Tree
Mitigation Plan, and a Parking Strategy Statement. Questions focused on the Downtown Dover
activity, Parking Garage access points and number of spaces, electric vehicle parking
opportunities, pedestrian access, and building elevation detailing and usage of brick.
The motion to approve Site Plan S-25-01 Dover Mobility Center Garage at 133 S. Governors Avenue
passed 8-0 of the Planning Commission members present for this application at the January 21, 2025
Meeting. This action included approval of the Architectural Review Certification with the alternative
side yard setbacks, approval of the Tree Mitigation Plan, and acceptance of the Parking Strategy
Statement.
VI. STAFF COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The Staff Comments and Recommendations for this application regarding project activities and
Architectural Review Certification were originally provided in the Architectural Review Staff
Report issued for the December 19, 2024 Historic District Commission Meeting. It is also noted
that the Applicant in this revised submission included an itemized response to the Staff Comments
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HI-24-09 REVISED Dover Mobility Center Garage
Revised Architectural Certification Review Report from Historic District Commission
August 21, 2025 Meeting
Page 10 of 13
from the earlier review. The comments and recommendations were updated for this Report
following Staff’s review of the Revised Submission dated August 1, 2025.
The following are Staff comments and recommendations for this application regarding project
activities and Architectural Review Certification for the Revised Submission.
1) Staff again recommends conditional approval of the Architectural Review Certificate for
the construction of the Revised Dover Mobility Center Garage project finding that the
building continues to be of a compatible design with the nearby buildings and with the
intent of the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone,
and with its recommendations for large-scale development in Loockerman Historic
Context. The proposed Mobility Center remains oriented so that the west and east frontages
sit at the sidewalk edge, supporting the pedestrian scale of the Downtown area. The brick
exterior finishes on the lower two stories and detailing with building elements and
sectioned wall surfaces break-up the expanse of the east and west building elevations and
take cues from the architectural styles seen in the Loockerman Street corridor. The street-
level presentation along South Governors Avenue and South Bradford Street is building-
like in its exterior appearance and design, screening the parking ramp and deck
appearances on lower levels while setting them back on the upper levels on the primary
elevations.
2) Staff again recommends approval of alternative side yard setbacks to accommodate the
placement of the building in relation to the northern property line(s) given the lot
configuration and the likely Building Code and Fire Code related provisions for building
construction. The Alternative Side Yard Setbacks were previously approved with HI-24-
09/S-25-01 by the Planning Commission.
3) The following conditions are recommended by Staff to improve the project’s compliance
with the recommended guidelines of the Design Standards and Guidelines. Where the
Application has taken action to address these items in the Revised Project it is noted. The
following are recommended conditions:
a. The selected brick choices should be compatible with the brick of other existing
buildings in the area. The Applicant plans to submit the color palette and
information on the brick selection for review.
b. Consideration of wall or free-standing signage may require additional review. The
Applicant recognizes this will be subject to Sign Permit Applications.
c. Any light fixtures utilized on the property should be consistent with the style of the
lighting used in the nearby areas of the Historic District. The renderings include
depictions of potential wall mounted lighting.
d. Ensure proposed trees are appropriate to urban planting settings along streets. Any
trees planted within the street right-of-way must be approved by the City of Dover.
e. The south elevation was revised due to changes in the overall height of the structure
and planned usage of the first floor spaces. The revisions also include design
changes to openings, format and material detailing.
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August 21, 2025 Meeting
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i. Staff recommends looking at the material choice, pattern, and details of the
first floor elevation as it is along the Minor Street Alley and will be visible
to pedestrians and travelers through the corridor.
f. The north elevation is a large expanse of blank wall (western portion). While this
may be a prime location for public art, architectural features that break up the large
solid wall should also be considered. The Revisions have reduced the area of the
solid wall and added detailing (joint lines)
g. On the north elevation for the eastern half where the parking garage concrete
construction will be exposed with large openings, consideration should be given to
greater detailing at the pedestrian level as this no longer appears to be a “party
wall.” The Revisions have continued the brick materials and other segmentation or
detailing to divide this wall and give dimension.
h. Clarify the treatment of the large openings in the brick facades at the second-floor
level. The Revisions note the openings are related to ventilation practices for the
parking garage and sizing revisions to meet other Building Code requirements. On
both street elevations, the precast concrete panels at the second level will be darker
in color.
i. Any revisions or changes in the identified materials may be subject to further
review by the Historic District Commission.
4) The Mobility Center Garage appears to comply with the design standards of the C-2 zoning
district in regard to the building façade articulation (having a base, middle and top); the
step backs for the upper floors and their format. The actual dimensions will be confirmed in
the Site Plan submission.
a. To show compliance with these design standards the applicant is encouraged to
look at how they are defining the top of the building, especially in the stair towers
and top level of the parking garage concrete terminations. A cornice profile was
provided for the cornice termination of the lower brick segments.
5) Some of the site improvements/amenities were not specifically described or had limited
information within the application information. These items are part of the Site Plan review
process.
a. The proposed plan identifies an area on the street level for bicycle and scooter
parking. Based on the revised 329 vehicle parking spaces (rate of one [1] bicycle
space per 20 vehicle spaces), the property will be required to provide a minimum of
17 bicycle parking spaces.
b. The design of the sidewalks along South Governors Avenue and South Bradford
Street frontages must be evaluated with sidewalk construction standards and
streetscape designs for each street. Given the volume of pedestrian traffic
anticipated in the area, a minimum of a five-foot-wide sidewalk is necessary.
6) The following items should be clarified regarding the building designs.
a. Identify brick material (size, form, etc.) and patterning. The Applicant has included
cornice diagrams and noted future submission on brick selection.
b. Clarify format and materials of the first floor area on the South Elevation – Minor
Street Alley. There is an opportunity to activate this pedestrian level.
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HI-24-09 REVISED Dover Mobility Center Garage
Revised Architectural Certification Review Report from Historic District Commission
August 21, 2025 Meeting
Page 12 of 13
7) Staff notes that the project location (building and site) may be an opportunity for the
incorporation of public art projects, including but not limited to the proposed mural on the
north facing wall and along the Minor Street Alley.
8) Staff recommends the following pertaining to the site design elements of the project:
a. The sidewalk system on the street frontage should continue and include barrier free
access, crosswalk striping, etc. at the points of intersection with the entrance and
exit drive aisles.
b. Any proposed landscaping or tree planting locations, and lighting fixture locations
should be depicted on the plan and be consistent with the character of these
elements as they exist within the Loockerman context area. This will be part of the
Site Plans.
9) For building construction, the requirements of the building code or fire code must be
complied with. Consult with the Building Inspections Staff and Fire Marshal regarding
these requirements. The resolution of these items can impact the site design in some cases.
10) In the event that major changes and revisions to the design, materials, or site layout occur
in the finalization of the plan and/or construction drawings contact the Department of
Planning and Inspections. These changes may require resubmittal for review by the
Historic District Commission.
11) This site development plan for this project is also subject to the application and review
process for Site Development Plan (Article 10 §2 of the Zoning Ordinance) before the
Planning Commission. Note: Additional technical items for compliance with the Zoning
Ordinance and other regulations may be identified during the Site Plan Process. The
Revised project will also be subject to a Revised Site Plan Review process and review
comments pertaining specifically to the Revised Site Plan set will be issued at that time.
12) The applicant shall be aware that Building Permits are required to proceed with any
construction activities on the project site. The permit applications must comply with the
approvals and conditions granted through the Architectural Review Certification and Site
Plan Review process.
13) The applicant should be aware that a Sign Permit is required to proceed with the placement
of signage on the property.
VII. Historic District Commission Action on Revised Submission
The Historic District Commission considered the Revised Proposal at their August 21, 2025
Meeting and has provided a recommendation in regard to the Architectural Review Certification
for the Dover Mobility Center Garage and associated Site Improvements as Revised. The
recommendation reflects consideration of the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of
Dover Historic District Zone. The specific conditions of the recommendation are noted in this
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Item 4.
HI-24-09 REVISED Dover Mobility Center Garage
Revised Architectural Certification Review Report from Historic District Commission
August 21, 2025 Meeting
Page 13 of 13
Report under the heading of “Action of the Historic District Commission (on Revised
Submission).”
Documents Considered by the Historic District Commission on August 21, 2025:
• Narrative Letter as Revised
• Revised Project Architecture Graphic Preservation Set of architectural renderings of
building floor plan and elevation drawings of Building
• Site Plan Set
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±2,096 S.F. S 16° 25' 02" E 100 Discovery Boulevard, Suite 102
EXISTING BUILDING 0.67' S 16° 42' 24" E 60' Newark, DE 19713
DING
EXISTING BUIL ±455 S.F. 3.67' 302.369.3700
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65.20'
Maryland
150.00' S 77° 23' 17" W N 76° 11' 01" E 84.50'
N 76° 24' 28" E KENT COUNTY TAX ASSESSMENT MAP KENT COUNTY TAX ASSESSMENT MAP 312 West Main Street, Suite 300
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Wilmington, NC 28403
SITE DATA 910.341.7600
24x36 1. OWNER OF RECORD: DOWNTOWN DOVER PARTNERSHIP
www.beckermorgan.com 24x36
101 W LOOCKERMAN ST, SUITE 2B
DOVER, DE, 19904
(302) 678-2940 - EMAIL: diane@downtowndoverpartnership.com
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2. ENGINEER / SURVEYOR: BECKER MORGAN GROUP INC. 24x36
309 SOUTH GOVERNORS AVE.
DOVER, DE. 19904
(302) 734-7950 - EMAIL: mhenry@beckermorgan.com
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3. PROPERTY MAP NUMBERS: 2-05-07709-02-0800-00001 24x36
2-05-07709-02-0900-00001
PROPOSED 2-05-07709-02-1000-00001
2-05-07709-02-2400-00001
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PARKING GARAGE / RETAIL 2-05-07709-02-2500-00001 24x36
34,247 S.F. (1ST LEVEL) 2-05-07709-02-2700-00001
144,938 S.F. (TOTAL) 2-05-07709-02-2300-00001
4. PROPERTY ADDRESS: PARCEL 08.00 145 S. GOVERNORS AVE, DOVER, DE 19903
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PARCEL 09.00 139 S. GOVERNORS AVE, DOVER, DE 19904 24x36
PARCEL 10.00 133 S. GOVERNORS AVE, DOVER, DE 19904
PARCEL 24.00 136 S. BRADFORD ST, DOVER, DE 19903
F.F. EL.: 32.00' F.F. EL.: 30.00' PARCEL 25.00 148 S. BRADFORD ST, DOVER, DE 19904
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PARCEL 27.00 150 S. BRADFORD ST, DOVER, DE 19904 24x36
PARCEL 23.00 132 S. BRADFORD ST, DOVER, DE 19903
5. PROPERTY LOCATION: LATITUDE N 39° 09' 30.54" GRS80 - NAD83 (2011)
LONGITUDE W 075° 31' 35.84" GRS80 - NAD83 (2011)
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6. ZONING CLASSIFICATION: EXISTING: C-2 - CENTRAL COMMERCIAL, HISTORIC DISTRICT
DSP
PROPOSED: C-2 - CENTRAL COMMERCIAL, HISTORIC DISTRICT
7. DEED REFERENCE : DEED BOOK: Y 30/518 (PARCEL 08.00)
N 16° 27' 15" W
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DEED BOOK: D 3322/148 (PARCEL 10.00)
DEED BOOK: O 36/314 (PARCEL 24.00)
DEED BOOK: D13180/245 (PARCEL 25.00)
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DEED BOOK: D 320/36 (PARCEL 27.00) 24x36
DEED BOOK: O 36/314 (PARCEL 23.00)
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8. PLAT REFERENCE : PLAT BOOK: 001 00001 (PARCEL 08.00)
60' PLAT BOOK: 001 00001 (PARCEL 09.00)
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PLAT BOOK: 001 00001 (2-05-07709-02-2300-00001)
EXISTING BUIL
300.00' S 77° 42' 52" W 9. PRESENT USE: PARKING LOT
PROPOSED USE: PARKING GARAGE, RETAIL, STORAGE, OFFICE
MINOR STREET ALLEY ± 20.3' ± 14.7'
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10. PROPERTY AREAS: PARCEL 08.00 3,413 S.F. (0.0784 ACRES)
SOUTH GOVER
PARCEL 09.00 8,131 S.F. (0.1867 ACRES)
RIGHT OF WAY WIDTH 20' PARCEL 10.00 7,465 S.F. (0.1714 ACRES)
PARCEL 24.00 7,161 S.F. (0.1644 ACRES)
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PARCEL 25.00 5,539 S.F. (0.1272 ACRES) 24x36
PROJECT TITLE
DING
PARCEL 27.00 6,458 S.F. (0.1483 ACRES)
IDTH 60'
ALLEY REMAINDER 739 S.F. (0.0170 ACRES)
RIGHT OF WAY W
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BENCH MARK:
EXISTING BUILDING 11. PROJECT AREA:
(ADDITIONAL PROJECT PARCEL)
CONSOLIDATED TOTAL:
CONSOLIDATED AREA:
2-05-07709-02-2300-00001
38,906 S.F. (0.8932 ACRES)
38,906 S.F. (0.8932 ACRES)
7,315 S.F. (0.1679 ACRES)
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SET IRON ROD W/CAP
ELEV.: ??.??'
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12. IMPERVIOUS (LOT) COVERAGE:
PROJECT AREA TOTAL:
MAXIMUM ALLOWED:
46,221 S.F. (1.0611 ACRES)
100%
PARTNERSHIP
MINOR ARTERIAL
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E: 624858.14
EXISTING: 31,539 S.F.
DOVER
NORS AVE.
PROPOSED: 37,981 S.F. = 97.4%
NOTE: 13. BULK STANDARDS: C-2 - CENTRAL COMMERCIAL REQUIRED PROVIDED
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PRIOR TO THE START OF CONSTRUCTION OR ORDERING OF
LOT AREA (MIN.):
LOT WIDTH (MIN.):
N/A
N/A
0.8577 AC.
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LOT DEPTH (MIN.): 70 FT. 130 FT.
MATERIALS, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ENGAGE A PRIVATE UTILITY FRONT SETBACK:
SIDE SETBACK:
0 FT.
0 FT.
0 FT.
0.33' - 5.4' FT.
CENTER
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LOCATOR TO VERIFY LOCATIONS OF ALL EXISTING UTILITIES WITHIN 24x36
THE PROJECT EXTENTS AS WELL AS VERIFYING ELEVATIONS OF ALL
REAR SETBACK:
SIDE/REAR ADJ RESIDENTIAL:
5 FT.
15 FT.
N/A
N/A HUB
14. BUILDINGS: EXISTING: 0 S.F.
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UTILITIES TO BE CROSSED WITH NEW IMPROVEMENTS. CONTRACTOR PROPOSED: 33,509 S.F. (1ST FLOOR)
32,756 S.F. (2ND FLOOR)
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SHALL REPORT CONFLICTS/ISSUES TO THE ENGINEER. 32,756 S.F. (3RD FLOOR) S. GOVERNORS AVE.
32,756 S.F. (4TH FLOOR)
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LEGEND 13,161 S.F. (ROOF LEVEL) CITY OF DOVER 24x36
C-1-Notes-Legend-Portrait
ITEM EXISTING PROPOSED GENERAL NOTES : TOTAL S.F. AT COMPLETION:
ENCLOSED INTERNAL SPACES:
144,938 S.F.
18,026 S.F. (INCLUDED WITHIN TOTAL ABOVE)
KENT COUNTY, DE
SANITARY GRAVITY SEWER LINE (S) EX. 10"S 10" S 1. BOUNDARY SURVEY DATA SHOWN HEREON WAS TAKEN FROM A PLAT ENTITLED "BOUNDARY SURVEY PLAN - DOVER MOBILITY 18. HEIGHT: 125 FT. (MAX.) 53.32' (SOUTH GOVERNORS AVE.) SHEET TITLE
PART II, CHAPTER 180, ARTICLE III, SECTION 180-10 OF THE CODE OF KENT COUNTY REQUIRES THAT "NO PERSON SHALL
SIZE & FLOW DIRECTION 57.40' (SOUTH BRADFORD ST.)
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HUB, DOVER, DE 19904" AS PREPARED BY MOUNTAIN CONSULTING, 103 S. BRADFORD STREET, DOVER, DE., DATED 7-16-2024. DISCHARGE OR CAUSE TO BE DISCHARGED ANY STORMWATER, SURFACE WATER, UNCONTAMINATED GROUNDWATER, ROOF 24x36
STORIES: 10 (MAX.) 5
SANITARY SEWER FORCE MAIN (F.M.)
SIZE & FLOW DIRECTION
EX. 10" F.M. 12" F.M. TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY DATA SHOWN HEREON WAS TAKEN FROM A PLAN ENTITLED "DOVER MOBILITY HUB - TOPOGRAPHIC
SURVEY" AS PREPARED BY MOUNTAIN CONSULTING, 103 S. BRADFORD STREET, DOVER, DE., DATED 9-23-2024.
RUNOFF, SUBSURFACE DRAINAGE, UNCONTAMINATED NONCONTACT COOLING WATER, CONDENSATE, OR UNPOLLUTED
INDUSTRIAL PROCESS WATERS TO ANY SANITARY SEWER". THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER SHALL ENSURE DURING FLOOR AREA RATIO:
NFPA CONSTRUCTION TYPE:
5.0 (MAX.)
TYPE IIA
3.73 COVER SHEET
SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE (S.S.M.H.) CONSTRUCTION THAT NO ILLEGAL DISCHARGES TO THE SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM ARE CREATED WITH THE SITE
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SANITARY SEWER CLEANOUT (C.O.)
2. PROPERTY SHOWN HEREON IS SUBJECT TO ANY RIGHT-OF-WAY, EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS, ETC. AS MAY BE SHOWN
OR NOTED IN ANY RECORD, PUBLIC OR OTHERWISE, OR ANY REQUIREMENT OR REGULATION OF ANY PUBLIC AGENCY. IMPROVEMENTS. 15. UTILITIES: WATER:
SEWER:
CITY OF DOVER
CITY OF DOVER
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19. THE SITE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE CITY OF DOVER DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND WASTEWATER CONSTRUCTION
WATER MAIN & SIZE EX. 10" W 12" W
3. THE EXISTING UTILITIES SHOWN WERE TAKEN FROM THE BEST AVAILABLE RECORDS. ADDITIONALLY, A UTILITY MARK-OUT
WAS PROVIDED BY CENTURY ENGINEERING IN SEPTEMBER 2017. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT MISS UTILITY OF MANAGER AT 302-736-7025 PRIOR TO THE START OF CONSTRUCTION. A REPRESENTATIVE FROM THE CITY OF DOVER
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND WASTEWATER MUST OBSERVE ALL CITY OWNED WATER AND SANITARY SEWER
GAS:
ELECTRIC:
CHESAPEAKE UTILITIES
CITY OF DOVER
SITE PLAN
FIRE HYDRANT (F.H.) F.H. F.H. DELMARVA (1-800-282-8555) AND ENGAGE A PRIVATE UTILITY LOCATOR TO VERIFY THEIR EXACT LOCATION PRIOR TO THE
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WATER VALVE (W.V.) OR METER (W.M.)
START OF ANY CONSTRUCTION. ANY DAMAGE INCURRED TO ANY UTILITIES SHALL BE REPAIRED IMMEDIATELY AT THE
CONTRACTORS EXPENSE. IF THE CONTRACTOR RELIES ON THE UTILITY LOCATIONS SHOWN HEREON, HE DOES SO AT HIS
INTERCONNECTIONS AND TESTING. ALL WATER TAPS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A CITY OF DOVER APPROVED CONTRACTOR.
THE PROPOSED LOCATION FOR THE WATER TAP MAY NEED TO BE ADJUSTED IN THE FIELD DUE TO CONDITIONS OF THE
16. PARKING CALCULATIONS : C-2 ZONING (NO REQUIREMENT)
REQUIRED: 0
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W.M. W.V. W.M. W.V.
OWN RISK AND WILL NOT BE ENTITLED TO ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION DUE TO TIME DELAYS FROM SAID RELIANCE. EXISTING MAIN. POSSIBLE CONDITIONS THAT WOULD REQUIRE TAPPING RELOCATION INCLUDE PROXIMITY TO PIPE JOINTS, PROVIDED: 329
STORM DRAIN MANHOLE (S.D.M.H.) OTHER TAPS, CONCRETE ENCASEMENTS, CONFLICT WITH OTHER UTILITIES, AND THE LIKE. TEST HOLES MUST BE PERFORMED HANDICAPPED PARKING REQUIRED : 8
24x36 4. FLOODPLAIN: PARCEL IS LOCATED WITHIN ZONE "X", AREA OF MINIMAL FLOODING HAZARD, BASED ON FEMA FIRM MAP BY THE CONTRACTOR TO DETERMINE THE BEST TAPPING LOCATION. THE CITY OF DOVER WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE HANDICAPPED PARKING PROVIDED : 8 (3 VAN ACCESSIBLE) 24x36
STORM DRAIN LINE (CMP, RCP, HDPE) 10001C0167H EFFECTIVE MAY 5TH, 2003. FOR FIELD CONDITIONS REQUIRING ADJUSTMENT OF THE TAPPING LOCATION OR FOR ANY WORK REQUIRED BY THE BICYCLE PARKING REQUIRED : 16
5. ALL ROADS, PARKING AND OTHER PAVED AREAS WILL BE PRIVATELY OWNED AND MAINTAINED AND ARE NOT INTENDED CONTRACTOR TO MAKE AN APPROPRIATE AND LAWFUL CONNECTION. BICYCLE PARKING PROVIDED : 36 (INTERNAL TO STRUCTURE)
CATCH BASIN (C.B.)
FOR DEDICATION. 20. IF THE APPROVED PLAN NEEDS TO MODIFIED DUE TO ERRORS OR OMISSIONS OR FIELD CONDITIONS, ADDITIONAL SEDIMENT 17. LOADING CALCULATIONS : LOADING BERTHS REQUIRED : 0
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UTILITY POLE W/ OVERHEAD SERVICE AND STORM WATER CONTROL MEASURES MAY BE REQUIRED AS DEEMED NECESSARY BY THE KENT CONSERVATION LOADING BERTHS PROVIDED : 0 24x36
6. DELAWARE REGULATIONS PROHIBIT THE BURIAL OF CONSTRUCTION DEMOLITION DEBRIS, INCLUDING TREES AND STUMPS
(TELEPHONE (O.T.), ELECTRIC (O.E.)
DISTRICT (KCD). 18. DUMPSTER CALCULATIONS : DUMPSTERS REQUIRED : 2
ON CONSTRUCTION SITES. ANY SOLID WASTE FOUND DURING EXCAVATION MUST BE REMOVED AND PROPERLY DISCARDED. 0 10 20 40
UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC (U.E.) U.E. U.E. DUMPSTERS PROVIDED : 2
7. ALL HANDICAPPED PARKING DEMARCATION, STALLS, AND BUILDING ACCESSIBLE ROUTES SHALL COMPLY WITH THE 21. THE KENT CONSERVATION DISTRICT (KCD) RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ENTER PRIVATE PROPERTY FOR PURPOSES OF 19. SIGNAGE : FUTURE PERMIT SUBMISSION
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UNDERGROUND TELEPHONE (U.T.) U.T. U.T. "AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT" AND ANSI ICC A117.1 - 2017 " ACCESSIBLE AND USABLE BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES" PERIODIC SITE INSPECTION. 24x36
20. OUTDOOR LIGHTING : LIGHTING SHALL BE 1.5 FOOT CANDLES (MINIMUM) AT GRADE
Do Not Explode - Select Scale
UNDERGROUND GAS MAIN (G) EX. 2" G 2" G 8. THIS DRAWING DOES NOT INCLUDE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION SAFETY. ALL CONSTRUCTION MUST BE 22. ALL WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITY COMPONENTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE CITY OF DOVER WATER
21. SURVEY DATUM: NGS MONUMENT:
CONCRETE CURB & GUTTER
DONE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT OF 1970 AND ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS & WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT SPECIFICATIONS.
VERTICAL: NAVD88 SCALE: 1" = 20'
THERETO APPURTENANT.
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23. ALL EXISTING UTILITIES SHALL BE ADJUSTED TO FINAL GRADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENT CITY OF DOVER HORIZONTAL: NAD 83 (2011 DSP) - 24x36
CONCRETE SIDEWALK, SLAB / PAVING
9. BEFORE THE CONTRACTOR CAN BEGIN CONSTRUCTION HE MUST OBTAIN THE PROPER PERMITS AND/OR APPROVALS FROM REQUIREMENTS AND PRACTICES. ISSUE BLOCK
22. MONUMENTATION: 8 FOUND / 0 SET
IMPERVIOUS SURFACED ROAD, DRIVE THE CITY OF DOVER (C.O.D.), DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL (DNREC), DELAWARE
OR PARKING LOT 24. PRIOR TO THE START OF CONSTRUCTION OR ORDERING OF MATERIALS, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ENGAGE A PRIVATE 23. SOILS ON SITE: HkB - HAMBROOK-URBAN LAND COMPLEX, 0 TO 5 PERCENT SLOPES (ENTIRE SITE)
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DELDOT) , KENT CONSERVATION DISTRICT (KCD) AND ALL APPROPRIATE STATE AND
UTILITY LOCATOR TO VERIFY LOCATIONS OF ALL EXISTING UTILITIES WITHIN THE PROJECT EXTENTS AS WELL AS VERIFYING 0.00 ACRES
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INDIVIDUAL TREE OR BUSH N/A COUNTY AGENCIES. 24. WETLAND AREA:
EVERGREEN DECIDUOUS
ELEVATIONS OF ALL UTILITIES TO BE CROSSED WITH NEW IMPROVEMENTS. CONTRACTOR SHALL REPORT 24x36
WIRE FENCE X X X X X X 10. ALL CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND MATERIALS SHALL BE ACCORDING TO THE CITY OF DOVER WATER & WASTEWATER CONFLICTS/ISSUES TO THE ENGINEER.
CHAINLINK FENCE
DEPARTMENT AND THE STATE OF DELAWARE (DELDOT) STANDARDS AND CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS. 25. ALL SUBSURFACE UTILITIES SHOWN HEREON ARE BASED ON BASED ON SURFACE EVIDENCE COLLECTED FROM THE FIELD
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STOCKADE FENCE 11. ALL FIRE LANE DEMARCATION AND FIRE LANE SIGNS SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL STATE FIRE PREVENTION TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY AND THE BEST AVAILABLE RECORDS. 24x36
REGULATIONS. 26. AT IT'S MEETING ON JANUARY 21, 2025, THE CITY OF DOVER PLANNING COMMISSION GRANTED CONDITIONAL APPROVAL
STRUCTURE (CONCRETE, WOOD, 12. ALL WORK WITHIN CITY/DELDOT MAINTAINED ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAYS SHALL MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AS SET FORTH IN THE OF SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN APPLICATION #S-25-01.
METAL, ETC.)
CURRENT REVISION OF THE STANDARD SPECIFICATION FOR ROAD AND BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION, BY THE DELAWARE OWNERS CERTIFICATION
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DRAINAGE DITCH OR SWALE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND ALL CITY OF DOVER REQUIREMENTS. 24x36
WE, DOWNTOWN DOVER PARTNERSHIP, HEREBY CERTIFY THAT WE ARE THE OWNER OF THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED AND
WETLAND BOUNDARY LINE V V V N/A 13. TRAFFIC AND SAFETY CONTROL SHALL BE MAINTAINED DURING CONSTRUCTION IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE CURRENT SHOWN ON THIS PLAN, THAT THE PLAN WAS MADE AT OUR DIRECTION, AND THAT WE ACKNOWLEDGE THE SAME TO BE OUR ACT
VERSION OF THE DELAWARE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES. AND DESIRE THE PLAN TO BE DEVELOPED AS SHOWN IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS.
CONTOUR 49 55 CITY OF DOVER PLANNING
1 8-1-25 COMMISSION UPDATE
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ELEVATION SPOT SHOT 43.55 25.50 T.C. MARK DATE DESCRIPTION
DELAWARE SEDIMENT AND STORMWATER REGULATIONS BY THE DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND
BENCH MARK
25.15
25.00 B.C. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL. TREE PRESERVATION & DENSITY REQUIREMENTS LAYER STATE: C-001
N/A DOWNTOWN DOVER PARTNERSHIP DATE PROJECT NO.: 2023314.00
PROPERTY OR RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE 15. CONTRACTOR SHALL REFER TO ARCHITECTURAL/STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS OF PROPOSED STRUCTURES FOR ALL DIMENSIONS 1. EXISTING WOODLAND AREA : 0 S.F.
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OF BUILDINGS AND FOUNDATIONS. PROPOSED BUILDING FOOTPRINTS, AS SHOWN ON SITE PLAN, SHOULD ONLY BE USED AS 2. WOODLANDS TO BE CLEARED : 0 S.F.
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CENTERLINE A REFERENCE TO THE ABOVE MENTIONED PLANS. ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION DATE: 12-05-24
3. TOTAL WOODLANDS REMAINING : 0 S.F.
LIGHT POLE 16. HYDRANT CONNECTIONS BY THE CONTRACTOR ARE PROHIBITED. THIS METHOD MAY NOT BE UTILIZED DURING ANY PHASE OF 4. TOTAL NON-WOODLAND AREA : 37,353 S.F.
I, J. MICHAEL RIEMANN, P.E., HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM A REGISTERED ENGINEER IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE, THAT THE
SCALE: 1" = 20'
THE PROJECT. 5. DENSITY : 1 TREE PER 3,000 S.F. OF LOT AREA
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INFORMATION SHOWN HEREON HAS BEEN PREPARED UNDER MY SUPERVISION AND TO MY BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND DRAWN BY: A.J.S. PROJ. MGR.: M.J.H. 24x36
17. ALL EXISTING SANITARY SEWER LINES, STORM DRAINS, AND WATER LINES NOT USED FOR THE PROPOSED FACILITY 37,353 S.F. / 3,000 S.F. / TREE = 12.45 13 TREES REQUIRED BELIEF REPRESENTS GOOD ENGINEERING PRACTICES AS REQUIRED BY THE APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE.
SHEET INDEX MUST BE PROPERLY ABANDONED AT THE MAINS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY OF DOVER WATER & WASTEWATER 6. TOTAL PROPOSED TREES : 13 SHEET
C-001 COVER SHEET AND OVERALL SITE PLAN DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY. (TREES ARE PROPOSED TO BE PLANTED OFFSITE
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C-101
C-201
EXISTING CONDITIONS AND DEMOLITION PLAN
SITE, UTILITY & GRADING PLAN
PER MITIGATION REQUEST SUBMITTED WITH
SITE PLAN APPLICATION) J. MICHAEL RIEMANN, P.E DATE C-001
COPYRIGHT 2024
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GRATE: 31.47' GRATE: 31.02' EX. SAN. MH.: 100 Discovery Boulevard, Suite 102
INV. OUT: 27.28' INV. IN: 26.31' RIM EL.: 28.66'
INV. OUT: 26.27' INV. IN: 23.79' Newark, DE 19713
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SIDEWALK AND PAVERS TREES TO BE REMOVED (TYP.) INV. OUT: 26.44' 31
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DOWNTOWN DOVER DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION RIM: 31.06' REMOVED (TYP.)
EX. PAVEMENT 2-05-077.09-02-10.00-00001
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INV. IN: 26.76' NG
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EX. SIDEWAL
INV. IN: 26.02'
INV. OUT: 25.97' C-EX-U-SD-MH-4ID
ISLANDS/CURB TO BE CAPITAL CITY TRANSFORMATION TO BE REMOVED (TYP.)
BIORETENTION REMOVED (TYP.) BIORETENTION 31 ALLIANCE INC.
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INV. IN: 29.51'
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INV. OUT: 29.00' RIM: 31.06' EX. WATER MAIN TO ZONING: C2
INV. IN: 26.22' W.V. CONCRETE / FOOTINGS
INV. IN: 26.11' OT BE RELOCATED. LOCATION TO BE REMOVED 32
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INV. IN: 26.19' TO BE DETERMINED
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UE
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EX. SIDEWALK
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EX. SAN. MH.:
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INV. IN: 24.73' CORP DOVER PARKING AUTHORITY
INV. OUT: 24.71' 32 32 2-05-077.09-02-09.00-00001
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CITY OF DOVER LANDSCAPE
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MAIN STREET - DOVER INC
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PAVEMENT TO BE
REMOVED 60' PARTNERSHIP
EX. SIDEWAL
D/R Y30-518
EX. 12"S
REMOVED (TYP.)
EX. 6" GAS
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INV. OUT: 27.76' UNDER BUILDING LOCATION
BENCH MARK: EX. PAVEMENT S. GOVERNORS AVE.
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SET IRON ROD W/CAP EX. SAN. MH.: EX. S.D. C.B.: EX. S.D. M.H.:
EXISTING BUILDINGS
ELEV.: ??.??'
RIM EL.: 31.62' GRATE: 29.23' RIM: 29.41' CITY OF DOVER
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DEMOLITION PLAN
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WATER VALVE (W.V.) OR METER (W.M.)
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STORM DRAIN MANHOLE (S.D.M.H.)
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STORM DRAIN LINE (CMP, RCP, HDPE)
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UTILITY POLE W/ OVERHEAD SERVICE SCALE: 1" = 20'
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CONCRETE SIDEWALK, SLAB / PAVING
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EVERGREEN DECIDUOUS
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STOCKADE FENCE
CITY OF DOVER PLANNING
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DEMO LEGEND LAYER STATE: C-101
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BUILDING DEMO DATE: 12-05-24
ELEVATION SPOT SHOT 43.55 25.50 T.C. SCALE: 1" = 20'
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CITY OF DOVER
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IDTH 60'
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RIM EL.: 31.18' EX. PAVEMENT EXISTING BUILDING
EX. 10" W
BENCH MARK: INV. OUT: 27.76' EX. PAVEMENT
EX. 8" W
SET IRON ROD W/CAP EX. SAN. MH.: EX. S.D. C.B.: EX. S.D. M.H.:
RIM EL.: 31.62' EXISTING BUILDINGS GRATE: 29.23' RIM: 29.41'
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EX. 8"S
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DEVELOPMENT PARCELS Item 4.
SITE SELECTIONS AND CONSIDERATION
IDEAL LOCATION
-Master Plan identified Bradford Street Parking
Lot
-Location: Between S Bradford, S Governors, and
VIABLE SITES ACQUIRED
-Identified parcels owned by DDP, City of Dover;
150 S Bradford Street under contract by DDP.
SITE CONTEXT
-Site located one block north of Loockerman
Street.
133 SS GOVERNORS
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ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
-Impacted properties identified.
-Mitigation planned / in-progress.
ADDRESSES AND PARCEL ID
132 S. Bradford Street
Parcel ID: ED05-077.09-02-23.00
133 S. Governors Ave
Parcel ID: ED05-077.09-02-10.00
136 S. Bradford Street
Parcel ID: ED05-077.09-02-24.00
139 S. Governors Ave
Parcel ID: ED05-077.09-02-09.00
145 S. Governors Ave
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PROJECT SITE 150 S. Bradford Street
Parcel ID: ED05-077.09-02-27.00
148 S. Bradford Street
Parcel ID: ED05-077.09-02-25.00
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ELEVATIONS
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ELEVATIONS
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54' 6'
S: SOUTH ELEVATION - MINOR STREET ALLEY
N: NORTH ELEVATION
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MURAL- ART TO BE SELECTED THROUGH
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PERSPECTIVE VIEW - S GOVERNORS AVENUE
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PERSPECTIVE VIEW - S BRADFORD STREET
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Item 5.
City of Dover
DATA SHEET FOR SITE PLAN REVIEW & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW CERTIFICATION
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING OF September 3, 2025
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF September 15, 2025
Plan Title: The Governor: Mixed-Use Building at 120 S. Governors Avenue, S-25-11
Plan Type: Site Development Plan
Location: On the west side of South Governors Avenue and halfway between Reed
Street and West Loockerman Street in Dover, DE
Owners: Downtown Dover Development Corporation c/o Downtown Dover
Partnership and the City of Dover (parcels at 105 and 115 S. New Street)
Addresses: 120 South Governors Avenue
(Related Properties) 105, 111, and 115 South New Street
Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.09-01-44.00-000
(Related Properties) ED-05-077.09-01-37.00-000, ED-05-077.09-01-42.00-000, ED-05-077.09-
01-43.00-000
Size: 1.7622 acres +/- (main parcel)
1.9813 acres +/- (total of all parcels)
Present Uses: Vacant lot – Building with former auto retail store and child daycare center
was demolished
Proposed Use: Mixed Use Commercial (Grocery, retail, restaurant, child day care center)
and Multi-family Housing (Apartments) and associated parking
Zoning: C-2 (Central Commercial Zone)
H (Historic District Zone)
Building Area: Total Square Feet: 139,306 square feet (also listed as 169,080 SF)
Off Street Parking: 13 vehicle parking spaces including 1 van accessible ADA parking space, and
40 bicycle parking spaces
Sewer & Water: City of Dover
Waiver Requests: Opaque Barrier – Elimination of Fence Component
Tree Mitigation Plan (for off-site tree planting)
For Consideration: Architectural Review Certification
Parking Strategy Statement
Active Recreation Area Plan
P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 111
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Item 5.
CITY OF DOVER
City of
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE Dover
Planning
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY Office
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: September 3, 2025
APPLICATION: The Governor: Mixed-Use Building at 120 South Governors Avenue
FILE #: S-25-11 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Planning
CONTACT PERSON: Dawn Melson-Williams, AICP PHONE: 302-736-7196
Note: This Review Report was initially prepared by Staff of the Rossi Group (under a Planning
Service contract with eh City of Dover.) The Report was completed with additional review and
editing by the City’s Planning Office.
I. PLAN SUMMARY
This Application is for Review of a Site Development Plan Application and associated Architectural
Review Certification to permit construction of a mixed use commercial and multi-family (apartment)
building in Downtown Dover, to be located between South Governors Avenue and South New
Street, midway between Reed Street and West Loockerman Street. The proposal includes a four-
story, 139,306 SF Mixed-Use Building that includes space for retail, child daycare, 120 residential
apartments, and a roof-top courtyard, with 13 vehicle parking spaces and associated site
improvements. The 1.76+/- acre main property is a vacant lot that was formerly an auto parts retail
store and daycare center. The property is zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) and is subject to H
(Historic District Zone). The owners of record include the Downtown Dover Development
Corporation c/o Downtown Dover Partnership and the City of Dover. Property Addresses: 120 South
Governors Avenue, 105 South New Street, 111 South New Street, and 115 South New Street. Tax
Parcels: ED-05-077.09-01-44.00-000, ED-05-077.09-01-37.00-000, ED-05-077.09-01-42.00-000,
and ED-05-077.09-01-43.00-000.
The Project Site is subject to Application HI-25-02 Mixed-Use Building at 120 South Governors
Avenue. At the July 17, 2025 meeting of the Historic District Commission, the Commission
considered the Application and have provided a Recommendation on the Architectural Review
Certification for the project. (See attached Recommendation Report.)
Previous Applications
The property owners are the Downtown Dover Development Corporation c/o Downtown Dover
Partnership and the City of Dover. On June 20, 2024, the Historic District Commission granted
approval of the Architectural Review Certification allowing demolition of the previous structure, a
one-story Auto Parts/AutoPlus retail store and daycare center, located at 120 South Governors
Avenue (HI-24-05). On March 14, 2025, the applicant submitted the initial filing of the application
for redevelopment to the Historic District Commission. The application was held at the request of
the applicant while additional design refinements were made to the submission. The applicant made
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Development Narrative Letter, Site Plan set, and Architectural Graphics set with building elevations
and 3-D views, to the Department of Planning and Inspections on June 13, 2025. It was reviewed as
HI-25-02 before the Historic District Commission on July 17, 2025.
There was previous proposal in 2011 for demolition of the building and redevelopment of the
property with applications HI-11-04 Acme Site Redevelopment Master Plan and S-11-11 Lands at
DDP at 120 South Governors Avenue: Master Plan. The plans were never finalized and expired.
Preliminary Land Use Services Review (PLUS):
The PLUS Review is required by a City of Dover Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for certain
types of projects. Due to its Downtown Dover Redevelopment Target Area, this project was not
required to complete PLUS Review process.
II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The application proposes construction of a mixed-use commercial and multi-family (apartment)
building with associated site improvements for the development of ‘The Governor.’ The property is
located on the west side of South Governors Avenue and midway between Reed Street and West
Loockerman Street. It is bounded by South New Street on the west. The four-story structure is being
designed to include 120 residential apartment units, a rooftop courtyard, grocery, retail and
restaurant spaces, and a child day care facility with other site improvements such as a parking lot,
courtyard, and landscaping. Capital City 2030: Transforming Downtown Dover Master Plan
(Capital City 2030) identified this project as a priority project for the revitalization of Downtown
Dover.
The Governor will be located directly across from the proposed Site Plan S-25-01 Dover Mobility
Center (Parking Garage), which is also prioritized in the Capital City 2030. Additionally, the
proposed mixed-use redevelopment project will support an additional revitalization strategy within
the Master Plan, which is to increase the number of mixed-income residents living in downtown,
provide access to food within Downtown Dover, and increase retail and service opportunities. It is
also identified as a Key Project in the Downtown Development District Plan.
Surrounding Land Uses
The subject property is within the Downtown Development District, located one block north of
Loockerman Street. The site is bordered by South Governors Avenue to the east and South New
Street to the west. As previously noted, the parcels are zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) and
within the Historic District. Properties immediately adjacent to the subject project location are also
zoned C-2. Others in the immediate area are zoned RG-1 (General Residence Zone). The subject
property is currently vacant with recent demolition of the one-story Auto Parts/AutoPlus retail store
and daycare center; (known as the Acme site). The largest of the subject parcels is within the H
(Historic District Zone), as are properties to the south and east, as well as to the north fronting South
Governors Avenue. The smaller parcels that are adjacent to the main subject of this application are
outside of the H (Historic District Zone). Properties west of the subject site across South New Street
are also outside of the H (Historic District Zone). Surrounding uses are a combination of mixed use
and residential, with a church located at the southeast corner of South New Street and Reed Street.
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III. ZONING REVIEW
C-2 (Central Commercial Zone)
The subject property is zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone). Article 3 §13 of the Zoning
Ordinance details the permitted uses within the C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) as well as design
standards. Article 4, §4.14 provides the bulk standards for the C-2 zone. The subject property fronts
on two streets, South Governors Avenue and South New Street. The C-2 zone requires a zero
minimum front setback and a zero minimum side setback, but a minimum of five feet if a side
setback is provided. Per the Site Data table, the front setback ranges from 6.16 feet on South
Governors Avenue to 52.27 on South New Street. Side setback ranges from 10.9 feet on the north
lot line to 21.7 feet on the south lot line.
The building height and number of stories (at four stories) are in compliance with the C-2 zone. The
floor area ratio (FAR) proposed is 1.81, which is in compliance with the maximum FAR allowed of
5.0. The total lot coverage of the project is listed as 78.6%. The C-2 zone does not have a maximum
lot coverage requirement.
The C-2 zoning district also includes some design standards provisions. See the code excerpt below:
Article 3 Section 13
13.5 Design standards. The following standards shall apply to the site and building development in
the central commercial zone (C-2):
13.51 Façade articulation. Building facades should incorporate design elements to provide a base,
middle, and top of the building to reinforce the pedestrian scale at the street level.
13.52 Height. For buildings greater than four stories in height, then the upper floors above the fourth
story shall step back six feet for fifty percent of the width of the primary facade. For buildings greater
than six stories, then the upper floors above the sixth floor shall step back an additional six feet on
the primary façade. These step back areas may begin at a lower height than these minimums as part
of the building design in order to be compatible with the character of the area.
13.53 Step back areas. The step back areas should be open to the sky and can be open air balcony
spaces or other design architectural features that are not enclosed spaces.
13.54 Off-street parking. Off-street parking lots shall not be permitted to be situated between the
street line and the primary facade of the principal building. Consideration should be given to locating
parking to the side or rear of the building.
13.55 Screening. Any off-street parking lots provided shall be screened from the street line by
buildings, landscaping, or other means. Off-street parking lots shall be screened from adjacent
residential zones and residential uses. This screening provision does not apply to adjacent alleys.
The plan as presented complies with these design standards. The façade on S. Governors Avenue
includes step backs at the second floor level and above.
Child Day Care Facility
The proposed use of a portion of the building as a child day care facility is required to be
considered as a Conditional Use per Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Section 14 and Article 10
Section 1. When serving more that thirteen (13) children the facility meets the definition as a Child
Day Care Center. It also requires a parking rate based on the one space per adult attendant and one
space per every ten children and also outdoor play space per State requirements.
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H (Historic District Zone)
The main parcel of the project site is located in the H (Historic District Zone) and subject to the
provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 §21 and referenced sections. The H (Historic District
Zone) is described in Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 Section 21 with the following purpose statement:
Article 3, Section 21. - Historic district (H).
21.1 Purpose. The purpose of this historic district regulation is to preserve and enhance that
unique character and value of the old portion of Dover as an area of special charm and interest. It
is particularly intended that the regulations prevent, in the historic district, any change of conditions
that would be deemed to be a disfigurement or degradation of the present unique visual and
architectural qualities of the district.
IV. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW CERTIFICATION
Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 §3.2 outlines the review process for Architectural Review
Certification and related building height, bulk, and setback standards. This process begins with
Review by the Historic District Commission; this occurred on July 17, 2025.
Review of DESIGN STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
The subject property is located in the H (Historic District Zone) within the Loockerman Context.
The Loockerman Context is described on pages 2-7 and 2-8 of the Design Standards and Guidelines
for the City of Dover Historic District Zone. The Design Standards and Guidelines describe this
context as “a coherent, densely-built commercial area that would have an attractive mix of historic
and new buildings and related parking.” Location within the Dover Historic District Zone requires
proposals for demolition, new construction, building additions, and certain renovation or
rehabilitation activities to existing buildings to receive an Architectural Review Certificate.
As stated in the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone, an
Architectural Review Certificate will be granted “if it is found that the architectural style, general
design, height, bulk and setbacks, arrangement location and materials affecting the exterior
appearance are generally in harmony with neighboring structures and complementary to the
traditional architectural standards of the historic district.” In accordance with Article 10 §3.2, the
Historic District Commission will provide a recommendation to the Planning Commission regarding
the project’s compliance with the architectural review standards.
This proposal must be reviewed for conformity with the design criteria guidelines found in Chapter
3: Maintenance, Repair, Preservation and Restoration of Existing Historic Buildings and Chapter 4:
New Construction, Additions, Demolition and Relocation. Information on the review considerations
is given below.
New Construction
The Design Standards and Guidelines for New Construction (Chapter 4: pages 4-1 through 4-8)
provide the design criteria and development guidelines. The guidelines specify the following
individual considerations for new construction to be considered in review by the Historic District
Commission (and Planning Commission) of the project for Architectural Review Certification:
• Style
• Scale (building to reflect dominant cornice and roof height of adjacent buildings)
• Elevation of the First Floor
• Floor-to-Floor heights
• Bays, windows, and doors (size, relationship, spacing of)
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• Absolute Size (compare overall size of new building)
• Massing (relationship of solid-to-void)
• Orientation (location of primary façade)
• Proportions (comparison of height to width of building and elements)
• Materials
• Forms (shape of building and roof to be complementary)
• Siting (location of building on lot and in relation to street)
• High density/ large-scale construction
Design criteria and development guidelines specific to the Loockerman Historic Context are detailed
on page 4-6 of the Design Standards and Guidelines and provide that “the siting of new construction
in the Loockerman historic context should conform to the building line of adjacent buildings, to
reinforce the sense of the ‘wall’ of buildings, especially along Loockerman Street. New commercial
buildings should occupy the full width of their lot at the street line. Freestanding "object" buildings
that do not conform to the street and lot lines should not be permitted in the Loockerman historic
context. Where a commercial building is built adjacent to a vacant lot, it should be built with a party
wall in anticipation of subsequent new construction being built adjacent and up to the property line.”
The Design Standards and Guidelines Chapter 3 includes information about the use of certain
materials within the Historic District.
The Design Standards and Guidelines note that “the vacant lots to the north and south of
Loockerman Street are not desirable locations for large-scale construction, because they are in the
transition area between the commercial and residential zoning districts.”
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION - RECOMMENDATION
The Historic District Commission considered the application HI-25-02 on July 17, 2025, regarding
an Architectural Review Certificate for construction of The Governor: Mixed Use Building at 120
S. Governors Avenue. The Historic District Commission considered the proposal for
construction and has provided a recommendation to the Planning Commission in regard to
the Architectural Review Certification for the project. The specific recommendation involved
consideration of the Design Standards and Guidelines. See attached Recommendation Report
from the Historic District Commission.
The Planning Commission should act upon the Architectural Review Certification as part of any
motion to approve this project, or as a separate motion if necessary. In taking this action, the
Planning Commission is to consider the standards and guidelines found in Chapter 4 of the Design
Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone and other referenced sections.
V. PARKING SUMMARY
The C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) does not include a minimum parking requirement.
Additionally, Article 6 §3 of the Zoning Ordinance states:
For new construction within the downtown redevelopment target area, as described in appendix
C of the Dover Code of Ordinances, there is no minimum off-street parking requirement based
on use. To utilize this exception, a parking strategy statement must be submitted for review as
part of the site development plan approval required by appendix B, zoning, article 10, section 2.
The applicant has submitted a Parking Strategy Statement with the application. A summary of the
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utilization of parking availability in the Dover Mobility Center (Parking Garage), on-site bicycle
parking (exterior racks and interior storage areas), and opportunities for other modes of
transportation including pedestrian, bicycle, and public transit.
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle parking shall be provided for parking spaces at a rate of one (1) bicycle parking space for
every twenty (20) parking spaces. Based on the 13 parking spaces provided, 1 bicycle space is
required. The Plans submitted include 40 bicycle parking spaces consists of 20 spaces in an interior
storage space and exterior bicycle racks within the west facing court and at the front entry on
Governors Avenue.
VI. SITE CONSIDERATIONS
Loading Zone Access and Site Access
The proposed Site Plan has no vehicular access from South Governors Avenue but provides two access
points from South New Street with one as an entrance and one as an exit for the one-way circulation.
This access leads to the small surface parking lot and the loading zone. A loading zone is shown on the
plan along the southern side of the building. This proposed loading zone narrows 21.7’ to 18’, which
may present issues for delivery vehicles to maneuver.
Pedestrian Site Access
The proposed building presents to the sidewalk along South Governors Avenue, proving convenient
pedestrian access from the Governors Avenue sidewalk. Most of the parking for this site will be
provided by the adjacent Mobility Center, which is located across South Governors Avenue. Direct
access via a dedicated mid-block crosswalk or other devices approved by the City and DelDOT
should be installed on South Governors Avenue to safe crossing of the road. There is also sidewalk
along S. New St with connections leading to the court (plaza) area with multiple building entries.
Trash Strategy
The applicant has submitted a trash strategy that is attached. The Zoning Ordinance requires two (2)
dumpsters for the first 48 residential units, and one (1) additional for every additional 24 units. The
Governor proposes 120 units, requiring five (5) dumpsters. It also requires two (2) dumpsters for
any non-residential units, totaling seven (7) dumpsters. The applicant proposes two (2) external
dumpsters and seven (7) internal trash rooms.
Opaque Barrier Requirements
Waiver Request – Elimination of Fence Component
The applicant has submitted an attached request to eliminate the opaque barrier portion of the buffer
and to require only the continuous evergreen screen portion of the buffer along the entirety of the
common property line with the parcel to the north (Lands of Family Legacy) which is currently used
as residential. The Landscape Plan shows a hedge planting with Magnolia Tees interspersed as the
landscaping screening.
VII. BUILDING ARCHITECTURE
The application proposes a mixed-use commercial and multi-family (apartment) building. The four-
story building includes space for retail, daycare, 120 residential apartments, and a roof-top courtyard,
with 13 vehicle parking spaces and recreation amenities. The proposed four-story building will be
60 feet tall. The proposed mixed-use building will feature two main material palettes. The first
includes a blend of masonry colors, feature material such as copper-brown metal panels, matte black
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metal trim, fiber cement panel in neutral tones, and black or dark bronze decorative metal elements
and frames which will be wrapped around the building’s northeast and southeast corners. The
second includes neutral tones of plank siding and fiber cement panel, matte black metal trim,
masonry, and black or dark bronze decorative metal elements and window frames. The building’s
façade on S. Governors Avenue will primarily feature retail frontages that alternate between
masonry piers, glazing, fiber cement panel piers, and accent metal panels. Both street-facing
elevations follow a brickwork pattern of varying orientations up to cornice lines, where it then
transitions to a more muted expression for the upper levels.
The u-shaped form of the building creates an outer court on the west elevation. Per the Zoning
Ordinance, Article 5 §2.52 defines the “court” limitations where the depth of court can not exceed
the width. For this building, the court depth is 111.2 feet as compared to the court width of 51.6 feet.
The Planning Commission will need to address this form during the Architectural Review
Certification.
VIII. ACTIVE RECREATION AREA PLAN
Residential projects require Active Recreation Areas. The proposed development qualifies for an
exemption under Article 5, §10.515 Residential developments located within the Downtown
Redevelopment Target Area as defined in Appendix C. Under this provision, the applicant must
provide 75 square feet of active recreation per dwelling unit with a minimum of 2,500 square feet
provided on site. With 120 units, the required active recreation area is 9,000 SF. The plan identifies
a park area with a dog park, playground area, and a connecting path; interior spaces including
community spaces and a fitness center; a courtyard wellness area; and a rooftop courtyard amenity
of 7,225 SF. The Open Space and Recreation Plan is subject to review by the Parks, Recreation and
Community Enhancement Committee and will be presented to the Committee on September 9, 2025.
See the attached Active Recreation Area Plan Review Report for details and comments. The
Committee will make a recommendation to the Planning Commission.
IX. TREE PLANTING AND LANDSCAPE PLAN
Tree Planting Requirements
The Zoning Ordinance further requires tree planting at a rate of one tree per 3,000 SF of non-
woodland development area. Based on the total non-woodland area for the submitted plan of 86,307
SF, 29 trees are required to be planted. The Tree Preservation and Density table indicates that 29
trees are required based on a site area of 86,037 SF. The applicant has proposed to retain 7 trees and
plant 28 new trees. However, of the new trees only eighteen trees are on the site and ten are planted
as street trees. This planting plan will need to be accepted through consideration of a Tree Mitigation
Plan as trees are to be planted on-site.
Request for Tree Mitigation Plan
The applicant has submitted a Request Consideration of a Tree Mitigation Plan, requesting that
some of required trees be planted off-site as street trees along the street frontages of the subject
property. This Tree Mitigation Plan was provided for consideration by the Planning Commission at
a rate of 1 tree per 1 deficit tree as per Article 5, Section 16 of the Zoning Ordinance; see below.
The specific planting locations for the ten (10) off-site tree plantings are documented on the
Landscape Plan.
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Article 5 Section 16
16.9 Tree mitigation.
16.91 Planning commission waiver. The planning commission may waive the provisions of subsections
16.52, 16.53, and 16.62, and require replacement planting for mitigation purposes should the planning
commission determine, after demonstration by the applicant, that due to physical limitations of the land
which would otherwise prohibit the reasonable use of the land, or for purposes of preserving, protecting
and promoting the interest of public health, safety, welfare and/or public convenience. All tree mitigation
plantings must occur within the corporate limits of the City of Dover. Tree mitigation may occur off-site in
accordance with the provisions listed below in this ordinance:
(a) If a waiver is sought from the provisions of subsection 16.62, new tree plantings are required
at a rate of 1:1. All new tree plantings shall meet the minimum size at planting requirements of
the City of Dover table of trees.
(b) If a waiver is sought from the provisions of subsection 16.52 and/or subsection 16.53, then
mitigation must be in the form of newly created woodland areas. New woodlands shall be
created at a rate of 1.25 times the amount of woodlands to be removed. A woodland
mitigation plan shall be prepared by a licensed forester, landscape architect, or certified
nursery professional, for the consideration of the planning commission.
(c) All tree mitigation must occur on-site unless an off-site location is specifically approved by the
planning commission. When considering off-site locations for tree mitigation, the commission
shall consider:
1) A physical hardship related to the land which would otherwise prohibit compliance on
the subject site;
2) Whether the mitigation plan proposed by the applicant is superior in terms of
environmental benefits, tree quantity, or aesthetic qualities compared to strict compliance
with the ordinance on-site.
X. CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
The subject proposal has been reviewed for code compliance, plan conformity, and completeness in
accordance with the agency’s authority and area of expertise. The following items have been
identified as elements which need to be addressed by the applicant:
1) A Tree Mitigation Plan was submitted as some of the required tree plantings are proposed for
off-site planting as street trees. Ten of the new trees are proposed as street trees planted off-site.
The Planning Commission must consider this request to grant the waiver to approve the Tree
Mitigation Plan.
2) The Plan needs to identify the Child Day Care requirements and its compliance thereof; notes
should be added to the Plan The Planning Commission must consider this as a Conditional Use
application.
3) The Waiver Request for the Opaque Barrier to eliminate the fence component along the northern
property line where a residential use (multi-unit building) exists. The updated Landscape Plan
shows the location of the screening hedge planting. The Planning Commission must consider
this Waiver Request.
4) Sheet C-001: Confirm that overall floor area of the building as conflicting information is
contained within the plan documents.
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5) The directional arrow on the left lane of the southern South New Street entrance should be
updated to indicate that traffic can turn left (into short-term parking) or continue straight. This
update should be applied to all sheets.
a) Also consider traffic control signage/markings for the loading zone area.
6) Provide construction details for the following items but not limited to, dumpster pad/enclosure,
traffic control signage, lighting fixtures, bicycle racks, handicap signage, parking spaces, etc.
7) Ensure consistency of the plan layout for the designs of the parking lot, playground, dog park,
dumpster, etc. between the architectural graphics package versus the Site Plan set.
8) Landscape Plan (as Updated 9/4/2025):
a) On Sheet Z-100, add the signature box for the signature of the landscape architect.
b) Ensure tree planting locations do not conflict with sidewalk paving and comply with
separation distances from utilities. Compare to Site Plan sheets.
c) Show planting details.
9) The construction of the site entrances and street improvements must comply with the
requirements of DelDOT and the City of Dover Public Works Department based on street
maintenance responsibilities. Governors Avenue is state-maintained, and New Street is city-
maintained.
10) The Historic District Commission recommended conditional approval of the Architectural
Review Certificate for the construction of the project. See attached Recommendation Report for
recommended conditions.
a) The form of the outer court (depth is twice the width) must be authorized as part of the
Architectural Review Certificate since the Zoning Ordinance requirement is depth cannot
exceed the width.
11) The Active Recreation Area Plan must be reviewed by the Council Committee of the Whole:
Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee. See separate Recommendation
Report.
12) Any Erosion & Sediment Control Plans and Stormwater Management Plans granted approval by
the Kent Conservation District must reflect the Site Plan layout and design conditionally
approved by the Planning Commission and be in compliance with the Zoning Ordinance and
technical review requirements of other agencies.
13) Clarify if a parcel consolidation is proposed to consolidate the main development parcels with
the three small parcels on S. New Street. A separate Record Plan sheet will be required.
14) The Final Plan set must include notes documenting any action taken by the Planning
Commission on the requested waivers and must list any additional conditions of approval.
XI. RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET
CODE OBJECTIVES:
In accordance with the Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 §2.2, the Planning Commission in considering
and acting upon Site Development Plans may prescribe appropriate conditions and safeguards so
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that the public health, safety, and welfare, the comfort and convenience of the public in general, and
the residents of the immediate neighborhood in particular shall be taken into consideration. These
safeguards may to the maximum extent possible further the expressed intent of the Zoning
Ordinance and the accomplishment of several objectives in particular listed in subsections 2.21 to
2.28.
1) Conditional Use – Child Day Care Center: Staff recommends approval of the use for a Child
Day Care Center to be part of this Mixed Use Building as it is a service readily needed in
residential areas. It is also within walking distance of other residential neighborhoods and
employment.
2) Architectural Review Certification: Staff recommends conditional approval of the Architectural
Review Certificate for the construction of The Governor: Mixed Use Building at 120 S.
Governors Avenue finding that the building to be of a design compatible with the intent of the
Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone.
a) Staff provided a series of recommendations and comments regarding the Architectural
Review Certification and review of the project for compliance with the Design Standards
and Guidelines. These items were previously identified during the review of the project by
the Historic District Commission. See HDC Recommendation Report.
b) This approval would also include authorization for the dimensions of the outer court as
presented. The outer court may still be subject to other Building Code or Fire Code
compliance requirements.
2) Waiver Requests: Staff recommends approval of the Waiver Request for the Opaque Barrier to
Eliminate the Fence Component finding that the landscape screening is sufficient. The Planning
Staff also finds the Tree Mitigation Plan acceptable to plant some of the required trees as street
trees adjacent to the site.
3) Staff recommends installing parking bumpers on parking spaces to provide additional space
between vehicles and light poles.
4) Traffic Considerations: Most of the parking for the residents and visitors to The Governor will
be provided across South Governors Avenue at the Dover Mobility Center (Parking Garage). A
mid-block crossing should be considered to clearly define a convenient and safe location for
Mobility Center users to cross. The applicant should also clearly indicate how the loading zone
will be used by delivery vehicles.
XII. ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1) The Planning Commission should act upon the Architectural Review Certification as part of any
motion to approve this project, or as a separate motion if necessary.
2) The Planning Commission should act upon the request for waivers as part of any motion
regarding this project application, or as a separate motion as necessary. Note: All waivers are at
the discretion of the Planning Commission. The Commission may approve or deny waiver
requests.
3) In the event that major changes and revisions to the Site Plan occur in the finalization of the Plan
contact the Department of Planning and Inspections. Examples include relocation of site
components like paving and increases in building footprint. These changes may require resubmittal
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for review by the Development Advisory Committee, Historic District Commission, Planning
Commission, or other agencies and commissions making recommendations in regard to the Plan.
4) Following Planning Commission approval of the Site Plan, the Plan must be revised to meet all
conditions of approval from the Development Advisory Committee or as otherwise noted. A
Check Print must be submitted for review by Planning Office Staff and the other commenting
agencies. Upon determination that the Plan is complete and all agency approvals have been
received; copies of the Plan may be submitted for final endorsement (Final Plan Approval).
5) Other agencies and departments which participate in the Development Advisory Committee may
provide additional comments related to their areas of expertise and code requirements.
6) Clarify the status of the ownership status of the parcels at 105 and 115 S. New Street as there is
a specific process for the disposal of City owned properties.
7) If any specialized evaluation and review of this area was completed to determine any
environment contamination and/or the site’s participation in any environmental remediation
program. Provide copies of any agency approvals/permits to the Planning Office so that we may
be aware of any specific conditions of redevelopment.
8) The applicant/developer shall be aware that prior to any ground disturbing activities on the site
the appropriate Site Plan approvals, Pre-Construction meetings, site inspections and permits are
required.
9) Construction and demolition will have an effect on the adjacent property owners, employees of
adjacent buildings, and nearby sidewalks and streets. Any work requiring the closing or
rerouting of potential customers, employees, or visitors to the adjacent properties (including
those who park in the existing parking lot), and streets should be coordinated as to offer the least
amount of inconvenience.
10) For building new construction, the requirements of the building code and the fire code must be
complied with. Consult with the Building Inspection Staff and City of Dover Fire Marshal
regarding these requirements. The resolution of these items may impact the site design including
such items as building dimensions and height, building openings, and fire protection needs, etc.
11) The applicant shall be aware that Site Plan approval does not represent a Building Permit and
associated construction activity permits. A separate application process is required for issuance
of a Building Permit from the City of Dover. Building Permits will be required for each building.
12) The applicant shall be aware that Plan approval does not represent a Sign Permit, nor does it
convey permission to place any sign on the premises. Any proposed site or building
identification sign may require a Sign Permit from the City of Dover prior to placement of any
such sign in accordance with Zoning Ordinance Article 5 §4.
13) The proposed development will also be subject to City of Dover Business Licenses, Public
Occupancy Permits, and Rental Dwelling Permit upon completion of construction.
If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above
contact person and the Planning Office as soon as possible.
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Item 5.
CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: AUGUST 27, 2025
APPLICATION: The Governor: Mixed Use Building at 120 S Governors
Avenue
FILE #: S-25-11
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Department of Public Works and Water & Wastewater
CONTACT PERSON: Jason A. Lyon, P.E., Director of Water & Wastewater / Engineering Services
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7025
CONTACT EMAIL: jlyon@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN A CCORDANCE
WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
SANITATION
1. Every commercial customer shall provide such premises with a sufficient number of solid waste containers to provide adequate
capacity for the solid waste placed out for collection without overloading the capacity of the containers. The City of Dover shall
provide commercial customers with a maximum of two (2), 90-gallon trash containers and two (2), 90-gallong recycling
containers.
2. Trash collection site shall be oriented for side-loading pick-up if customer is utilizing City of Dover sanitation services.
3. Any commercial customer requiring more containers, or larger containers, than provided above, must utilize private service.
STORMWATER
1. Final site plan approval will not be granted until a copy of the approved Stormwater/Erosion and Sediment Control Plan from
Kent Conservation District is submitted to our office.
2. The size, length, slope, type and flow directions must be shown on all existing and proposed storm sewer lines. Rim and invert
elevations must be labeled on all stormwater structures.
STREETS
1. Final site plan approval will not be granted until a letter of no objection, signed by DelDOT is submitted to our office.
2. The current City of Dover standard street section provides for a 3’ grass strip between the curb and sidewalk. This standard was
administratively revised to meet ADA and FHA compliance with cross slope requirements and to prevent cars from scrapping at
driveways. The revised standard utilizes a five feet (5’) wide public sidewalk with a five feet (5’) wide grass strip behind the
curb. Sidewalk and curb shall be installed for the width of the project scope.
3. Please add the following notes to the plans:
a. Standard City of Dover sidewalk, as per chapter 98, article IV of the Dover Code of Ordinances, shall be required to be
installed along the entire public street frontage of a property. Where frontage sidewalk exists but does not meet the
standards of chapter 98, article IV, the sidewalk shall be re-laid to meet the standards. Sidewalk shall include barrier-free
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access ramping at points of intersection with street crossings and at other locations so as to afford reasonable barrier-free
pedestrian movement and site access.
b. In accordance to Appendix A, Article VI, Section B.3, all sidewalks shall ascend from the curbstone to the building line at the
ratio of one-quarter of an inch to the foot. Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect any pavement previously laid
by order of the city council, until it is taken up and relaid.
WATER
1. All water utility components must meet the requirements of the Water Wastewater Handbook, effective date March 22, 2010.
Please contact our office for more information.
2. The following notes must be added to the plans:
a. Hydrant connections by the contractor are prohibited. This method may not be utilized during any phase of the project.
b. Any existing water lines not to be utilized by the proposed facility must be properly abandoned at the mains in accordance
with the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater specifications and requirements.
c. The site contractor shall contact the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater Construction Manager at (302) 736-
7025 prior to the start of construction. A representative from the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater must
observe and approve all City owned water and sanitary sewer interconnections and testing. All water taps must be performed
by a City of Dover approved contractor. The proposed location for the water connection may need to be adjusted in the field
due to conditions of the existing main. Possible conditions that would require tapping relocation include proximity to pipe
joints, other taps, concrete encasements, conflict with other utilities, and the like. Test holes must be performed by the
contractor to determine the best tapping location. The City of Dover will not be held responsible for field conditions requiring
adjustment of the tapping location or for any work required by the contractor to make an appropriate and lawful connection.
3. The size, type, and location of all proposed and existing water lines and valves must be shown on the plan. Please be advised that
effective May 1, 2022, water mains can now be constructed using DR 18 PVC.
4. Water usage projections (peak demand or plumbing fixtures) must be submitted to our office to correctly determine the size of
the domestic and irrigation (if applicable) water meter for the proposed buildings. These projections must be submitted prior to
approval so the meter size can be placed on the final site plan. The proposed water meters must be installed in a pit per City of
Dover requirements and manufacturer’s recommendations. Also, a dual check valve is required downstream of the meter.
5. The domestic service, fire main connection and valves must be clearly shown for each building. A valve must be installed at the
tee to isolate combined fire and domestic water service to the building from the water loop. Typically, this valve is installed at
the tee or an acceptable distance from the building. A valve must be provided on the domestic water service, which must be
tapped off of the combined eight-inch (8”) fire/domestic service outside of the building. The domestic water tap and valve should
be as close to the building as possible. Typically, the domestic tap and valve are located within five feet (5’) to ten feet (10’) of
the building. A blow up detail of this layout is recommended.
6. Provide a construction detail for the proposed restraining system for the fire main located within the buildings. There shall only
be one (1) water service per building. The Department of Water & Wastewater will test and inspect all fire mains to a blind flange
located inside the buildings. The blind flange with tap is used for hydrostatic pressure testing (200 psi for two (2) hours) and
dechlorination. The flange must be restrained in the direction of the pipe entering the facility. A pipe entering horizontally
through a wall sleeve shall be restrained with rods through the wall. A pipe entering vertically through a slab shall be restrained
through the floor to the ninety degree (90°) bend and thrust block. All rods shall be a minimum of ¾” all thread. All pipes through
walls and slabs must be Class 52 cement lined ductile iron pipe. Confirm particulars to meet this requirement with mechanical
designer.
7. Water services shall be either type K copper or SDR-9. 1. All non-metallic water lines (mains and services) shall be installed with
a tracer wire and identification tape. The wire shall be a minimum of twelve (12) gauge blue coated solid copper wire, wrapped
around the pipe, and extending up into all valve and curb boxes. The identification tape shall be six-inches (6”) wide, laid one foot
(1’) above the pipe, with the following text: “Caution: Buried Water Line Below”. 3M marker balls, model 1423-XR, or approved
equal shall be installed at every service line connection to the water main and all bends on the service line.
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8. On October 24, 2022, City of Dover Council approved the new Cross Connection Control Program. This program requires certain
backflow prevention assemblies on water service connections to the city’s distribution system. Please provide a specific
description of the activities in this building.
9. Prior to final site plan approval, a plan must be submitted and agreed upon for the 12” water main relocation that is currently
located in the alley. The 12” water main shall be cut and capped north of the proposed development with a blow off assembly.
10. A fire hydrant shall be installed at the end of the water main extension in S Governors Avenue.
WASTEWATER
1. All wastewater utility components must meet the requirements of the Water Wastewater Handbook, effective date March 22,
2010. Please contact our office for more information.
2. The following notes must be added to the plans:
a. Any existing sanitary sewer lines not to be utilized by the proposed facility must be properly abandoned at the mains in
accordance with the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater specifications and requirements.
b. Part II, Chapter 180, Article III, Section 180-10 of the Code of Kent County requires that “no person shall discharge or cause
to be discharged any stormwater, surface water, uncontaminated groundwater, roof runoff, subsurface drainage,
uncontaminated noncontact cooling water or unpolluted industrial process waters to any sanitary sewer”, this shall include
condensate. Sec. 110-231 of the City of Dover Code defines storm sewer as “…any system used for conveying rain water,
surface water, condensate, cooling water or similar liquid wastes, exclusive of sewage.” The contractor, developer, owner
and designers shall ensure during construction that no illegal discharges to the sanitary sewer system are created with the
site improvements.
3. The size, length, slope, type and flow directions must be shown on all existing and proposed sanitary sewer lines. Rim and invert
elevations must be labeled on all sanitary structures.
4. Cleanouts must be installed on sanitary sewer laterals within five feet (5’) of the building, one foot (1’) outside of the right-of-way
and at all bends. Any cleanout located within a traffic bearing location shall be installed with a heavy duty cast iron frame and
cover to prevent damage to the cleanout and lateral.
5. Sizing (flow) calculations must be submitted for all sanitary sewer mains showing that velocity and all other requirements are met.
6. The minimum size of all sanitary sewer laterals shall be six-inch (6”).
7. If kitchen facilities are proposed a minimum 1,000 gallon, two chamber grease trap, meeting all Kent County ordinance
requirements, must be provided. A construction detail for the proposed grease trap, as well as the proposed location, must be
provided on the plan.
8. Depending on the effluent flow, the downstream pump station may be required to be evaluated by the developer / engineer to
verify it can handle the additional effluent flow.
GENERAL
1. All existing utilities shall be adjusted to final grade in accordance with current City of Dover requirements and practices. This must
be included as a note on the plan.
2. No trees may be planted within ten feet (10’) of utility infrastructure.
3. No structure may be installed within ten feet (10’) of utility infrastructure, please depict all underground utilities and structures
on the utility plan sheet to confirm compliance.
4. The final site plan must be submitted in the following compatible digital formats:
a. AutoCAD 2018 (.dwg format).
b. Adobe Reader (.pdf format).
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RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
SANITATION / STORMWATER / STREETS / WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL
1. None.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
WATER
1. The City of Dover water system is available to this site. The developer is responsible for all costs associated with extending and
providing service to the proposed development.
2. Prior to plan approval, the water system plans must be submitted to the Division of Public Health, Office of Drinking Water for
review and approval. The owner/developer will be responsible for providing all completed forms and plan sets to the City of
Dover as required for submission to the Office of Drinking Water. Plans will not be submitted to the Office of Drinking Water until
review has been completed by our office.
3. Hydrant flow testing is currently only performed during the spring and fall. The applicant must call the Department of Water &
Wastewater directly to schedule these tests. This applies to both existing hydrants as well as those proposed for the site.
4. Water impact fees will be required to be paid prior to Certificate of Occupancy for this project.
WASTEWATER
1. The City of Dover sanitary sewer system is available to this site. The developer is responsible for all costs associated with extending
and providing service and capacity to the proposed development.
2. Prior to plan approval, it may be required to submit the sanitary sewer system plans to the DNREC, Division of Water Resources,
Surface Water Discharges Section for review and approval. The owner/developer is responsible for providing all application fees,
completed forms and plan sets directly to DNREC.
3. Profiles of the sanitary sewer main must be provided with the construction plans. All water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer
crossings must be shown on the profiles.
4. Wastewater impact fees will be required to be paid prior to Certificate of Occupancy for this project.
GENERAL
1. The applicant is advised that depending upon the size of the existing water service and sanitary sewer lateral to be abandoned,
flowable fill may be required.
2. Construction plans will not be reviewed by our office unless all previous comments have been clearly addressed within the plan
set and accordingly identified within an itemized response letter and with the Water/Wastewater Initial Plan Submission Checklist,
which can be obtained from the following website: https://imageserv9.team-
logic.com/mediaLibrary/198/WaterWastewaterHandbookFinal_1.pdf, page 88.
SANITATION / STORMWATER / STREETS
1. None.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON AND THE
P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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Item 5.
CITY OF DOVER ELECTRIC
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: AUG 27, 2025
APPLICATION: The Governor: Mixed Use Building at 102 S Governors
Avenue
FILE #: S-25-11
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Electric Department
CONTACT PERSON: Shawn Burgett, Engineering Services & System Ops Superintendent
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-674-7568
CONTACT EMAIL #: sburgett@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN A CCORDANCE
WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRIC
1. The roadway and curbing must be in.
2. The right-of-way must be within 6" of final grade.
3. The property corners must be staked.
4. Owner is responsible for locating all existing underground electric, communications and water facilities.
5. Owner is responsible for installing all conduits and equipment pads per the City of Dover Engineering Department
specifications.
6. Owner is responsible for site and/or street lighting.
7. Meter locations will be determined by City of Dover Engineering Department.
8. Load sheets and AutoCAD compatible DXF or DWG diskettes of site plans, including driveways, are required prior to
receiving approved electrical construction drawings.
9. Any relocation of existing electrical equipment will be engineered by the City of Dover Electric Department. Developer
may be required to perform a quantity of the relocation. Any work performed by the City of Dover will be at the
owner’s expense.
10. Prior to construction, owner is responsible for granting an easement to the City of Dover Electric
Department. Easement forms will be furnished and prepared by the City of Dover Electric Engineering Department.
11. Fees will be assessed upon final site plans. The owner will be responsible for fees assessed prior to
construction. Owner is required to sign off plans prepared by the Electric Department.
12. Must maintain 10' clearance around all electrical equipment, unless pre-approved by the City of Dover Electric
Engineering Department.
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13. Prior to the completion of any/all designs and estimates, the owner is responsible for providing the Electric
Engineering Department with a physical address of the property.
14. All Engineering and design for Dover Electric will be engineered upon final approved plans. All Engineering work will
be furnished by the City’s Electric Engineering Department.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
ELECTRIC
1. Owner must give the City of Dover Electric Department three (3) months’ notice prior to construction. Owner is
responsible for following the requirements outlined in the City of Dover’s Electric Service Handbook. The handbook
is now available on the website at the following link: https://evogov.s3.amazonaws.com/media/27/media/13108.pdf.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
ELECTRIC
1. Provide load sheets as soon as possible for proper sizing of transformers and creation of primary fee estimates.
Current load sheets can be found at the following link:
https://www.cityofdover.com/media/Electric%20Department/COD%20Electric%20Load%20Sheet.pdf.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON
AND THE P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE O M
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APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
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D.A.C. MEETING DATE: 08/27/25 D S
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APPLICATION: Mixed Use Building at 120 S Governors
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FILE #: S-25-11 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover, Office of the Fire Marshal
CONTACT PERSON: Jason Osika, Fire Marshal PHONE #: (302) 736-4457
josika@dover.de.us
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY, AND
COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESS BY THE
APPLICANT:
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Proposed occupancy classification is mixed use (mercantile, assembly, daycare, residential
apartments).
NFPA 101, A.16.1.1 Suggested Staff to Client Ration in New and Existing Day-Care Occupancies
Staff to Client Ratio Age (months)
1:3 0-24
1:4 25-36
1:7 37-60
1:10 61-96
1:12 97 plus
1:3 Clients incapable of self-preservation
If staff to client ratios are below those suggested above, the AHJ shall determine the additional
safeguards (this may include restricting the daycare to level of exit discharge only, requiring additional
smoke detection, requiring automatic sprinkler protection, requiring better or additional means of
egress, requiring similar types of provisions depending on the situation).
2. Building Access shall be no further than 50 feet from a primary entrance.
Where buildings are provided with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with
NFPA 13, access shall be no further than 100 feet from the primary entrance.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 3.4)
3. Parking shall be prohibited in front of the primary entrance for a width of not less than 1.5 times
the width of the door(s) or for 10 feet, whichever is greater.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.3.2)
4. Perimeter access shall be 75% and clearly shown on the plans.
Perimeter Access minimum width shall be10 feet for one-story buildings and 15 feet for buildings
of two or more stories, measured from the face of the building at grade with a maximum slope of
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ten percent (10%). Plantings and utility services (includes condenser units, transformers, etc.)
shall be permitted within the perimeter access, and shall not interfere with emergency services
fire ground operations.
If a physical barrier (fence, pond, steep slope, etc) prevents access, that portion of the building
perimeter shall not be included in the calculation of Percent of Perimeter Access.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 3.5)
Where parking is located between the building and perimeter access area, parking shall not be
located closer than 10 feet to the exterior wall for one-story buildings and 15 feet to the exterior
wall for building of two or more stories.
5. Fire lanes shall cover 50% of the proposed building.
Fire lanes are required to be 24 feet wide and run along the front of the building as determined by
the primary entrance(s). In cases where there is more than one primary entrance(s), each shall be
served by a fire lane even if this exceeds the percentage as required.
The closest edge of fire lanes shall not be located closer than ten (10) feet to the exterior wall and
the closest edge of fire lanes shall not be located further than 50 feet from the exterior wall if one
or two stories in height; 40 feet if three or four stories in height, or 30 feet if over four stories in
height.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5)
6. Where parking is located between the building and the fire lane, parking shall not be located
closer than 15 feet to the exterior wall.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.4.1)
Where parking is located between the building and the perimeter access area, parking shall not
be located closer than 10 feet to the exterior wall for one-story buildings and 15 feet to the
exterior wall for building of two or more stories. 2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations,
705, Chapter 5, 3.5.2
7. All Fire Lanes shall be marked as follows:
both the inner and outer edges of the fire lane shall be marked, where curbs are present, the top
and face of the curb shall be painted yellow, where no curbs are present, a four inch (4”) solid
yellow demarcation line shall mark the edge(s) of the fire lane.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 7)
8. The specific color yellow shall be the uniformly accepted yellow as utilized by State of Delaware
Department of Transportation (DelDOT). Only vivid and durable paint shall be used and shall be
suitable for street surfaces
9. Fire lane signs shall be located as follows:
see Figure 5-16 – Approved Sign For Marking Fire Lanes, fire lane signs shall be spaced at 150
foot intervals maximum, all fire lane signs shall be located no less than six feet (6’) and no higher
than eight feet (8’) above the pavement, signs shall be placed at each end of the fire lane, and
signs shall face all oncoming traffic.
Where parking is not restricted roadway markings shall utilize the words "FIRE" and "LANE" in
lieu of fire lane signs and shall conform to the specifications of 7.6.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 7)
10. Where overhangs, canopies, balconies, or any other building or site features must project over
any fire lane, an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13’-6” above the fire lane shall be
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provided and the portion of the building perimeter which contains overhangs, canopies,
balconies, or any other building features shall not apply towards the fire lane accessibility
requirements of Section 4.0, Table 5-1 in this chapter.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.8)
11. All access roadways shall be paved and be a minimum of 20 feet clear width for two-way traffic
and 14 feet clear width for one-way traffic. The paved width of access roadway shall be measured
from edge of parking spaces, or face of curb for vertical curb and back of curb for mountable
curb, or edge of pavement if there is no curbing.(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention
Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 5.2)
12. Emergency access to rear building areas compliant with City of Dover Code (Appendix B-
Zoning, Article 5- Supplementary Regulations, Section 17);
all four stories and greater buildings require 24ft fire lane at the rear.
All two to three story apartment structures require an 18ft Secondary Fire Lane at the rear.
All townhouses (3-8 units with no fire protection) require a 16ft alley or 18ft secondary fire lane
at the rear.
13. Multiple Access Roads shall be provided when a fire department access road (fire lane) is
determined by the Fire Marshal to be impaired by vehicle congestion, condition of terrain,
climatic conditions, or other factors that could limit access such as placement of fire hose from
fire equipment.
14. Speed Reduction Devices must be approved, please see City of Dover Ordinance Chapter 98-10 in
reference to this process.
15. Gated Areas: Fire Department access shall be provided to the property through the use of a
system or device approved by the Fire Marshal. The system or device required shall be located in
an area accessible to the fire department and approved by the Fire Marshal. All gates shall be
either automatic or manual.
An automated system shall consist of one manual and one automated means to open the gate.
The owner or their representative shall meet with the Fire Marshal prior to submission to agree
on the system. A letter of agreement shall be created and signed by both parties. The letter shall
include a detailed description of both the manual and automated means.
A manual gate shall consist of one manual means to open the gate. The owner or their
representative shall meet with the Fire Marshal prior to submission to agree on the means to
open. A letter of agreement shall be created and signed by both parties. The letter shall include a
detailed description of the manual means to open.
To be considered accessible for fire department apparatus the actual clear openings shall be not
less than 14 feet, the paved surface through the gate shall be not less than 12 feet, and the gate
shall be setback from the perpendicular street by at least 50 feet.
Please contact this office to discuss options available to comply with this requirement.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, Chapter 5, 2.6)
16. Fire hydrants shall be installed per the requirements of City of Dover Public Utilities
Water/Wastewater Handbook, NFPA requirements, and Delaware State Fire Prevention
Regulations. City Ordinance Sec 46-9 (f).
5.1.1 Hydrant spacing as shown in the Fire Flow Tables shall be used as a general rule. Hydrants
shall be located at the direction of the State Fire Marshal so as to minimize friction in fire hose.
All hydrant spacing shall be located along available roads or at the direction of the State Fire
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Marshal. This measurement shall be calculated by way of accessible thoroughfare(s) from the
building to be protected to the hydrant and may not necessarily be a radius. 5.1.3 Additional
hydrants shall be provided when the State Fire Marshal deems it necessary based on the
configuration of the site, building(s), exposures, construction, occupancy, and/or specific
hazard(s).
Fire Flow table 2, hydrant spacing shall be 800 feet on center for one and two family detached
dwellings, other residential, rowhouses and townhouses, assembly, health care, business,
education, storage, industrial, mercantile, and mini storage. (702, Chapter 6)
NFPA 1
18.5.2 detached one- and two-family dwellings, fire hydrants shall be provided for detached one-
and two-family dwellings in accordance with both of the following: 1. the maximum distance to a
fire hydrant from the closest point on the building shall not exceed 600 feet 2. the maximum
distance between fire hydrants shall not exceed 800 feet.
18.5.3 buildings other than detached one- and two-family dwellings, fire hydrants shall be
provided for buildings other than detached one- and two-family dwellings in accordance with
both of the following 1. The maximum distance to a fire hydrant from the closet point on the
building shall not exceed 400 feet 2. The maximum distance between fire hydrants shall not
exceed 500 feet
17. All fire hydrants shall be marked as prescribed within the appropriate section of this regulation
and as illustrated by the appropriate figures of this regulation.
All fire hydrants shall have minimum of four-inch (4") solid yellow demarcation lines to define
specific areas, where fire hydrants are located along a curb line with permitted parking, the area
between the fire hydrant and the street or fire lane shall be stenciled with four inch (4")
demarcation lines and the words "NO PARKING", demarcation lines shall be measured from the
center line of the fire hydrant and extend for a distance 15 feet on both sides.
Where fire hydrants are located in parking lots or other areas susceptible to blockage by parked
vehicles they shall be treated as follows: fire hydrants shall be protected in all directions for a
distance of seven feet (7') with barriers or curbing, Minimum four-inch (4") diameter steel
bollards filled with concrete and marked yellow shall be installed at the outermost corners of the
fire hydrant demarcation area. The minimum height of the bollard shall be 36 inches above the
finished grade of the adjacent surface, and the steamer connection of all fire hydrants shall be
positioned so as to be facing the edge of the street, or traffic lane.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 6, 2)
The owner is responsible if the hydrant is private.
18. Hydrant barrels shall be provided with reflective material, such as paint, durable for
highway/roadway markings or a reflective tape of a minimum of 2” in width around the barrel
under the top flange, hydrant bonnets shall be color coded based on the following criteria: class
AA 1500 GPM - painted light blue, class A 1,000 GPM -1499 GPM - painted green, class B 500 -
999 GPM - painted orange, class C 250 - 499 GPM - painted red, class D under 250 GPM -
painted black.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 703, Chapter 3. 4)
The owner is responsible if the hydrant is private.
19. Hydrants are to be Darling Co. B-62-B Breakaway https://american-usa.com/products/valves-and-
hydrants/fire-hydrants/5-1-4-american-darling-b-62-b-5
20. NFPA 72 compliant Fire Alarm System required per occupancy code requirements.
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Fire alarm in place of assembly. Fire alarm required. Any new occupancy or new portion of an
occupancy determined to be a place of assembly by the fire marshal and is capable of receiving an
occupant load of 75 persons or greater, shall be required to install a fire alarm in accordance with
NFPA codes governing the installation of fire alarms and the National Electrical Code.
Fire alarm system required. Any existing occupancy or portion of an existing occupancy determined
to be a place of assembly by the fire marshal, and is undergoing renovations in excess of 50
percent of the assessed value of the building and is capable of receiving an occupant load 75
persons or greater or is being enlarged to receive an occupant load of 75 persons or greater, shall
be required to install a complete fire alarm system in accordance with NFPA codes governing the
installation of fire alarms and the National Electrical Code.
Public mode audible requirements. To ensure that audible public mode signals are clearly heard by
occupants of a structure, they shall have a sound level at least 15 decibels (dB) above the average
ambient sound level or five decibels (dB) above the maximum sound level having a duration of at
least 60 seconds, whichever is greater, measured five feet (1.5m) above the floor in the area
required to be served by the system using the A-weighted scale dBA. In the event the stated
requirement cannot be met a shunt trip relay/switches shall be the approved method of meeting
the intent of this section of the Code.
(City Code of Ordinances 46-171)
21. Sprinkler system required. System is to be monitored by an approved Fire Alarm System.
This chapter shall apply to all buildings, structures, marine vessels, premises, and
conditions which are modified by more than 50% after the effective date of these
Regulations. The 50% figure shall be calculated utilizing the gross square footage of the
building, structure, marine vessel, premises and conditions as to arrive at the correct
application.
Any proposal that is presented to the Office of the State Fire Marshal for review and
approval for a building rehabilitation as defined in the 101 Life Safety Code, for less than 50% of
the gross square footage of a non-sprinklered building, may not have another such project for the
same building submitted for review and approval any sooner than three (3) years after the date of
the final inspection unless sprinkler projection is provided throughout the entire building.
In all buildings exceeding 10,000 square feet of aggregate, gross floor area.
In all buildings in excess of 40 feet in height or more than four (4) stories in height.
In all buildings or areas thereof used for the storage, fabricating, assembling,
manufacturing, processing, display or sale of combustible goods, wares, merchandise, products,
or materials when more than two (2) stories or 25 feet in height.
In all basement areas exceeding 2,500 square feet floor area.
In residential occupancies when of: Type V (0,0,0) or Type III (2,0,0) construction and
exceeding two (2) stories or 25 feet in height. Type V (1,1,1) and Type III (2,1,1) or
Type IV (2,H,H) construction exceeding three (3) stories or 3In all residential apartment
buildings storage areas except individual unit closets that are located within individual
residential living units.
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In all buildings used as health care occupancies as defined in the Life Safety Code, NFPA
101, as adopted and/or modified by these Regulations. In all buildings or areas classified as "high
hazard" under the Life Safety Code, NFPA 101, or "extra hazard" under the Standard for the
Installation of Sprinkler Systems, NFPA 13, as adopted and/or modified by these Regulations.
All buildings used as dormitories, in whole or in part, to house students at a public or
private school or public or private institution of higher education. (16 Del.C. Ch. 88) This applies
to all such dormitories regardless if new or existing.
(2015 State of Delaware fire Prevention Regulations, 702, Chapter 4)
Places of assembly shall be sprinklered throughout in accordance with the most recently
adopted edition of NFPA 13 when the following apply:
All new indoor places of assembly with an occupant load of 150 persons or greater.
Any interior renovations of 50 percent or more to an existing place of assembly with an
occupant load greater than 150 persons.
Any additions or increase in interior size to an existing place of assembly that would
create an occupant load of 150 persons or greater.
Places of assembly where alcohol is served for consumption on the premises shall be
sprinklered throughout in accordance with the most recently adopted edition of NFPA 13
when the following apply:
All new indoor places of assembly with an occupant load of 100 persons or greater and
where alcohol will be served for consumption on the premises.
Any interior renovation of 50 percent or more to an existing place of assembly with an
occupant load greater than 100 persons and where alcohol will be served for consumption
on the premises.
Any additions or increase in interior size to an existing place of assembly which would
create an occupant load of 100 persons or greater and where alcohol will be served for
consumption on the premises.
New educational occupancies of 5,000 square feet or greater shall be sprinklered
throughout in accordance with the most recently adopted edition of NFPA 13.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances 46-162)
NFPA 101, 12.3.5.1 The following assembly occupancies shall be protected throughout by
an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1): 1.
Dance Halls 2. Discotheques 3. Nightclubs 4. Bars 5. Restaurants 6. Assembly
occupancies with festival seating
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22. Fire Department Connection is to be a 5-inch stortz connection on a 30-degree elbow
located within 50 feet of main entrance. Access to the Fire Department Connection must
be clear unobstructed access as defined by the AHJ.
Fire department connections. Unless otherwise approved by the fire marshal, fire department
connections shall be on the street side of the building and shall be located and arranged so that
hose lines can be readily and conveniently attached to without interference from any nearby
obstructions as defined by the fire marshal's office. Fire department connections shall be a five-
inch Storz. Fire department connections shall be within 300 feet of an approved City of Dover
Fire Hydrant and within 50 feet of the main entrance of the structure it serves. All fire
department connections shall be not less than three feet nor more than five feet in height above
finished grade. The fire marshal shall have the authority to require more stringent
requirements when deemed necessary. (City of Dover Code of Ordinances 46-162)
23. Parking and/or obstructions shall be prohibited in front of fire department connections
for a distance measuring from the center line and extending four feet on both sides.
(2015 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.3.4)
24. Fire Department Connection to be located within 300 feet of fire hydrant, measured as hose
would come off the fire equipment.
25. If there is any type of rack storage, the following will be required: 1) a diagram showing
the layout and type of rack system 2) a list and quantity of items being stored 3) a letter
from an authorized/licensed fire suppression contractor stating that in rack sprinklers
are or are not needed. If in rack sprinklers are not needed, a letter may be requested from
an authorized/licensed fire suppression contractor to ensure that the sprinkler system is
adequate for the storage presented.
26. All standpipe and sprinkler connections shall be marked as prescribed within the appropriate
section of this regulation and as illustrated by the appropriate figures of this regulation. All
standpipe and sprinkler connections shall have minimum of four inch (4") solid yellow
demarcation lines to define specific areas, Solid yellow demarcation lines shall be measured from
the center line of the connection and extend for a distance of four feet (4') on both sides, and
where parking is allow between the building and the street or fire lane the solid yellow
demarcation lines shall extend from the end of the sidewalk surface to the street or fire lane
(Markings shall not be required on the sidewalk surface).
All fire department connections (standpipe and sprinkler) shall have a minimum 12" x 18" sign
that reads FIRE DEPT. CONNECTION, sign lettering shall be a minimum of 3 inches (3") in
height with red scotchlite letters on white scotchlite background. The sign shall be clearly visible
from the fire lane or roadway, and signs using NFPA international symbols shall be an acceptable
alternative. (2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 6, 3)
27. Standpipes shall be provided in all areas and buildings as required in the codes and standards
listed in Regulation 701 as well as the following areas or buildings:
In all Class A and Class B places of assembly and institutional occupancies two (2) stories or 25
feet in height or over,
In any building over three (3) stories, In any building over 35 feet in height,
In any building that has a floor above the first floor over 10,000 square feet gross floor area,
In all buildings where the 1st floor exceeds 60,000 gross square feet,
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a Class I horizontal standpipe system installed in accordance with the applicable codes and
standards listed in Regulation 701 of these Regulations shall be provided. All standpipe systems
shall be installed in accordance with the applicable codes and standards listed in Regulation 701.
The standpipe system shall be carried up with each floor and shall be installed and ready for use
as each floor progresses.
Standpipes shall not be more than one floor below the highest forms of staging,
The 2½-inch of hose connections on Class I systems shall be provided in the following locations,
At the highest intermediate landing between floor levels in every required exit stairway,
Where intermediate landing is not provided, hose connections shall be permitted to be located at
the main floor landings in exit stairways when approved by the authority having jurisdiction,
Where the local fire department has the capability of providing the required pressure,
hydraulically designed standpipe systems in fully sprinklered, non-high-rise buildings shall be
designed to provide the required waterflow rate.
A sign shall be provided at each landing, in all interior stairways, designating the floor level.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 702, Chapter 4, 2)
28. The installation of natural gas and LP gas meters, regulators, valves, and LP gas bottles shall be
protected from impact damage by impact protection. Natural gas and LP gas meters, regulators,
and valves located inside structures shall have impact protection, except when located in
separate protected utility rooms.
Dimensions of bollards. Bollards shall be a minimum of six-inch diameter filled with concrete. The
bollard shall be set into the ground at a depth of at least 36 inches (three ft.) embedded in
concrete at a minimum of 18 inches surrounding the bollard. The bollards must be a least 48
inches (four ft.) in height above the finish grade elevation. Any deviation of the stated
requirements must be approved by the fire marshal and/or chief building inspector. The above
dimensions shall serve as the requirement for installation; however, the fire marshal and/or chief
building inspector shall have the authority to require more stringent dimensions to fit the needs
of devices warranting impact protection.
Color of bollards. Bollards should be of the following colors; yellow, amber or orange. All colors
shall be of fluorescent or have a reflective coating. Any deviation of the stated requirements must
be approved by the fire marshal and/chief building inspector.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 46-4)
29. Every house, building or structure used or intended for use as living quarters or as a place for
conducting business, and having any wall facing or abutting any public or private street or alley,
shall have displayed on that wall, in legible, easily read characters which are of contrasting color
to the background, the proper street number for such house, building, or structure in accordance
with the following:
One-family and two-family residential structures, height, the number shall measure a minimum of four
inches in height, location, the number shall be placed on the house above or to the left or right of
the front entrance, color, the number shall be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals,
all numbers shall be Arabic numerals.
Multiple-family dwellings, measurements, the number shall measure a minimum of six inches when
identifying individual apartments with exterior doors, and 12 inches when identifying buildings
with apartment complexes where there are two or more buildings not assigned street addresses.
Individual buildings with street addresses shall have numbers measuring six inches, location,
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numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the street end of the building so
as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the parking lot, color, numbers shall
be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic
numerals.
Commercial, industrial and office buildings, height, the numbers shall measure a minimum of 12 inches in
height, location generally, numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the
street end of the building so as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the
parking lot,
property line or driveway, should the building be located far enough from a public or private road so
that the numbers are not clearly visible from the street, then the street address shall also be
posted on the property at or near the property line or driveway to said building,
color; each building, numbers shall be contrasting to the background color and shall be placed on
each building in the complex,
Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic numerals,
Shopping centers. Shopping centers consisting of two or more stores shall have a tenant or suite
number affixed to the front of the tenant space and on the outside of the rear door which
corresponds with that tenant space. Numbers shall measure six inches in height.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 98-344)
30. A lock box (Knox) containing any and all means necessary for fire department access shall be
provided at the following occupancies: any occupancy that contains a fire alarm signaling system
that is monitored off-site, or any occupancy that contains an automatic sprinkler system.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, Chapter 5, 2.4)
Secured key systems. When required; exemption. A secured key system shall be required for
any new or existing building where a fire alarm or sprinkler system is being
installed. It shall be the responsibility of the owner or occupant to keep a set of keys
in the secured key box that are current to the locks of the protected occupancy.
Buildings with 24-hour staffing or guard service shall be exempt from this
subsection.
Location. The secured key system shall be located as close to the main entrance as
possible. Should the building design not allow the secured key system to be located
by the main entrance, the fire marshal and fire chief shall come to an agreement as to
an alternate location for the key box. A secured key system, once installed, shall not
be obstructed from view or obstructed by any means that would delay the fire
department access to the box.
Required keys. Keys to be secured in the key box shall include keys to all points of
ingress or egress, whether on the interior or exterior of the building, and keys to
locked mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, elevator rooms, fire alarm and sprinkler
controls and any area protected by automatic fire detection. Keys to individual
residential apartment units are not required.
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Ordering responsibility. It shall be the responsibility of the general contractor to order
the key box for new buildings. It shall be the responsibility of the owner or tenant to
order the key box for existing buildings.
Installation before testing. No acceptance test for sprinklers or fire alarms shall be
conducted before the installation of a key box.
(City Code of Ordinances 46-127)
Knox Box to be mounted 6 feet above ground level
31. All required means of egress shall have an exit discharge consisting of a non-slip surface and
leading to and terminating at a public way. NFPA 101
32. All new passenger elevators in a building shall be provided with a car sized to accommodate an
ambulance cot 24 inches (609 mm) by 84 inches (2133 mm) in its horizontal open position.
Where two or more new passenger elevators are located in a single hoist way and serve all or the
same portion of the building, only one elevator car that provides a car sized to accommodate an
ambulance cot 24 inches by 84 inches in its horizontal position for each hoist way shall be
required. Elevator cars required to comply with 15.1 or 15.2 shall be identified by the international
symbol for emergency medical services (star of life). The symbol shall be not less than 3 inches
(76 mm) in height and shall be placed inside on both sides of the hoist way door frame.
Firefighter recall keys shall be provided in a manner acceptable to the local fire department.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, Chapter 1, 15)
33. Buildings over 25,000 Sq. Ft are to have radio performance testing done prior to Final CO. This
must be scheduled in advance with an authorized vendor.
34. Project to be completed per approved Site Plan.
35. Full building and fire plan review is required.
36. Separate building permits/plans submission will be required for each building and/or tenant fit
out. If the permit submission is for a “shell” a Certificate of Occupancy will not be issued.
Separate plans and permits submissions will be required for each “tenant fit out” at which time a
Certificate of Occupancy will be issued upon compliance/completion of each “tenant fit out”.
Each “shell” will require a fire permit for sprinkler and fire alarm if applicable. Those systems (for
the “shell”) must be accepted into service prior to any “tenant fit out” fire permits being issued.
37. Construction or renovations cannot be started until building plans are approved.
38. Fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, hoods, exhaust ducts, and hood suppression
systems require a fire permit from the Fire Marshal’s Office. This work cannot be started until
the permit is approved.
39. Building cannot be occupied by the public until a Certificate of Occupancy is obtained.
40. The following is City Ordinance, Appendix B-Zoning, Article 8 Enforcement and Penalties:
Section 1. - Building permits.
No building or structure in any district shall be erected or structurally altered without a building permit
duly issued upon application to the building inspector. No building permit shall be issued unless the
proposed construction or use is in full conformity with all the provisions of this ordinance. Any building
permit issued in violation of the provisions of this ordinance shall be null and void and of no effect,
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without the necessity for any proceedings for revocations or nullification thereof, and any work
undertaken or use established pursuant to any such permit shall be unlawful (see section 4 for
penalties).
1.1 No building permit shall be issued for the construction or alteration of any building upon a lot
without frontage upon, or legal permanent access to, a public street improved to the satisfaction of the
planning commission, or without access to a public sewer.
1.2 No building permit shall be issued for any building where the site development plan of such
building is subject to approval by the planning commission, except upon approval of such plans
approved by the said commission.
1.21 No building permit shall be issued for any building in a subdivision unless the subdivision plot has
been approved by the planning commission.
1.3 No building permit shall be issued for a building to be used for any conditional use in any zone
where such use is allowed only with approval of the planning commission, unless and until such
approval has been duly granted by the said commission.
(Ord. of 7-12-1993, § 3)
ADDITIONAL / SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN APPROVAL:
1. Please show the Fire Lanes and Perimeter Access
2. Please provide building height to determine if this is a midrise building (additional comments may
apply)
APPLICABLE CODES LISTED BELOW (NOT LIMITED TO):
2021 NFPA 1 Fire Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2021 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2009 IBC (International Building Code)
Latest editions of all other NFPA Codes as defined by the Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
City of Dover Code of Ordinances
*If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above
contact person listed.
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CITY OF DOVER D
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APPLICATION: The Governor: Mixed Use Building at 120 S Governors Ave
FILE#: S-25-11 REVIEWING AGENCY: DelDOT
CONTACT PERSON: Brian Williams PHONE#: 302-760-2141
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THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY'S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
CITY & STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
No person, firm, corporation or the like shall construct, open, reconstruct, maintain, modify or use any
crossing or entrance onto a state-maintained highway, street or road, including any drainage modifications
leading into or carried by the highway drainage system, without first having complied with standards and
regulations adopted by the Department and having obtained a permit issued by the Department.
Please contact the Delaware Department of Transportation - Development Coordination section to begin
permit process.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE
OBJECTIVES:
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1. Please contact the TIS group to schedule a scoping meeting.
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KENT CONSERVATION DISTRICT
1679 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY • DOVER, DELAWARE 19901• (302) 608-5370 • WWW.KENTCD.ORG
CITY OF DOVER
ADMINISTRATIVE SITE PLAN REVIEW
SEPTEMEBER 2025
APPLICATION: The Governor: Mixed Use Building at 120 S. Governors Avenue
FILE #: S-25-11
REVIEWING AGENCY: Kent Conservation District
CONTACT PERSON: Cullen Baker
PHONE: (302) 608 - 5370
EMAIL: stormwater@kentcd.org
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY
AND COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF
EXPERTISE. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO
BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
Source: 2019 Delaware Sediment and Stormwater Regulations
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. As the disturbance for this site will exceed 5,000 square feet, a detailed sediment and stormwater
management plan must be reviewed and approved by the District prior to any land disturbing activity (i.e.
clearing, grubbing, filling, grading, etc.) taking place. The review fee and a completed Application for a
Detailed Plan are due at the time of plan submittal to the District’s office.
2. The following notes must appear on the record plan:
a. The Kent Conservation District reserves the right to enter private property for purposes of periodic site
inspection.
b. The Kent Conservation District reserves the right to add, modify, or delete any erosion or sediment
control measure, as it deems necessary.
c. A clear statement of defined maintenance responsibility for stormwater management facilities must be
provided on the Record Plan.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1. We request that the 2015 imagery be used for the existing conditions of parcels 43,42, & 37. Historically
those sites had buildings that could account towards the reduction of impervious for the proposed conditions.
2. Refer to Delaware 5101 Sediment and Stormwater Regulations 5.6.2.4 for guidance in reduction of
impervious for RPv Compliance.
3. Since the site is reducing the impervious coverage, we can assume that there will be a reduction of flow for
the Cv and Fv storm events with no adverse impact, resulting in no need for a stormwater BMP to control
the Cv and Fv storm events.
4. Please note the Kent Conservation District will not review an application more than three times. If after the
third review the plan is still not found to be approvable, the application will be denied, and a new application
with review fees are to be re-submitted to continue a detailed plan review.
5. As a reminder, the Kent Conservation District is required to verify that a Notice of Intent (NOI) for
Stormwater Discharges Associated with Construction Activity under a NPDES General Permit has been
received by DNREC prior to District approval.
6. A letter of no objection to recordation will be provided upon approval of the Sediment and Stormwater
Management Plan.
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CITY OF DOVER Dover/Kent
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
County
Metropolitan
ADVISORY BRIEF Planning
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: 9/3/2025 Organization
S-25-11 The Governor Mixed Use Building at 120 S Governors Avenue
FILE # S-25-11 REVIEWING AGENCY: Dover/Kent County MPO
CONTACT PERSON: Malcolm Jacob PHONE #: (302) 387-6030
Attached, please find comments submitted by Dover Kent MPO for each of the current City of Dover Development
Advisory Committee (DAC) applications. These comments are a part of the MPO’s ongoing goals of promoting
transportation safety and connectivity within the region. They are submitted in accordance with the support given by
the MPO Council on November 6, 2024.
Issues of concern to the MPO are effective transit, reducing the amount of vehicle emissions by shortening or
eliminating trips, and facilities for alternative modes of transportation, including bicycle and pedestrian access. The
MPO considers the bicycle facilities required by the City of Dover to be the standard for all applications, not to be
waived.
City of Dover Planning Commission
Site Development Plan Review
S-25-11 The Governor Mixed Use Building at 120 S Governors Avenue
Sidewalks are included in the site plan, both along the property’s frontage and internally. The
applicant should follow both the City of Dover Code for sidewalks 1 and the DelDOT
specifications for sidewalks, 2 to make sure the requirements of both entities are met. Any
sidewalks that are damaged or removed during the construction process will need to be replaced.
A connection between New Street and Governors Avenue should be considered. The loading
zone on the southern end of the property would be an ideal location for this complete connection.
The current site plan requires large vehicles to back into or out of the loading zone and exit the
property by driving past the daycare, which could lead to conflicting uses during peak hours. By
1
“Dover Code: Appendix B, Article 5, Section 18.” City of Dover, DE.
https://library.municode.com/de/dover/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_APXBZO_ART5SURE_S18
PEBIMUDAACRE.
2
Pedestrian Accessibility Standards Manual. Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) (2021).
https://deldot.gov/Publications/manuals/pedestrianAccessibility/pdfs/2021/Pedestrian-Accessibility-Standards-for-
Facilities-in-the-Public-Right-of-Way-2021-Edition.pdf.
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creating an exit onto Governors Avenue and restricting its use to certain types of vehicles (such
as fire trucks and trash collection vehicles), the traffic flow of the property would be improved.
A related issue is the availability of space for large vehicles. The planned building will include
120 apartment units, a grocery store, retail and restaurant spaces, and other residential and
commercial uses, all within a small area. This will result in large vehicles (such as moving vans,
freight trucks, and trash collection vehicles) constantly needing to access the property. The
loading zone and parking area will not always be able to fit all of these vehicles. As a result, the
applicant will need to coordinate with the City of Dover and strategically direct these vehicles so
that they do not obstruct the flow of traffic on Governors Avenue, a major corridor for vehicle
traffic, and that they do not block the drive aisle or parking area on the property.
A crosswalk should be added to the parking area on the western side of the property, extending
northward across the drive aisle and towards the daycare. Pedestrians tend to use the most direct
route, which means if they are headed to the daycare, they are less likely to use the planned
crosswalk that extends eastward. Another crosswalk would help with keeping these people safe
and giving them a designated place to walk.
The applicant should ensure that bicycle racks are included in the plan, in order to meet the City
of Dover’s requirements on bicycle parking. This should be done at a rate of one (1) bicycle
parking space for every twenty (20) vehicle parking spaces. 3 If more information on specific
types of bicycle racks is needed, please contact Dover Kent MPO.
Finally, motorists are likely to walk across Governors Avenue between this property and the
planned mobility center, either as tenants of the apartments or customers at one of the businesses.
They will probably try to cross the road directly in front of the parking garage, as the nearest
crosswalk is to the south at the intersection with Loockerman Street, which is not as convenient.
Given the expected increase in pedestrian traffic, a crosswalk with a Rectangular Rapid Flashing
Beacon (RRFB) should be considered for the purpose of creating a safe connection between the
two properties. RRFBs are identified as a Proven Safety Countermeasure by the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA), and they have been shown to reduce pedestrian crashes by up
to 56%. 4 They are most useful at unsignalized locations with noted pedestrian safety concerns.
Dover Kent MPO is willing to work with the applicant and DelDOT to find solutions to the issue
of getting pedestrians safely across Governors Avenue.
If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the
above contact person and the Planning Department as soon as possible.
3
“Dover Code: Appendix B, Article 6, Section 3.10.” City of Dover, DE.
https://library.municode.com/de/dover/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_APXBZO_ART6OREPAD
RLOFA_S3REOREPASP.
4
Kent County Safety Action Plan. Dover/Kent County MPO (2025).
https://doverkentmpo.delaware.gov/files/2025/06/Kent-County-Safety-Action-Plan-FINAL-June-
2025.pdf#page=61.
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August 1, 2025
City of Dover Planning Commission
c/o Department of Planning and Inspections
P.O. Box 475
Dover, DE 19903-0475
RE: Parking Strategy Statement
DOWNTOWN DOVER DEVELOPMENT CORP / THE GOVERNOR
Dover, Delaware
2025041.00
Dear Commission Members:
On behalf of our client, Downtown Dover Development Corporation, we are hereby
submitting this parking strategy statement for your consideration for the project to be
known as ‘The Governor’.
The properties associated with the project are zoned C-2 - Central Commercial and H
- Historic. There is no minimum parking requirement based on use for this zoning
designation within the Downtown Redevelopment Target Area, however, this parking
strategy statement is required for consideration to meet code requirements. While
there is not a minimum parking requirement in general, the daycare use requires 1
space / 10 children and 1 space / adult attendant (adult attendants will park in the
Mobility Center.)
The project site is currently vacant with the former building (which housed a day care
and an auto parts store) having been demolished in anticipation of this project. The
existing parking lot is still in place but will be demolished for this project. The lot
formerly included 43 City of Dover permit parking spaces, however, these appear not
be used anymore.
The proposed building will be a four-story, mixed-use building, which will include
120 apartments, grocery store, daycare and street-facing retail spaces. The apartments
will consist of a mix of studio, one, two, and three bedroom units. The ground floor
will house the grocery store, daycare, retail spaces, and shared amenity area for the
apartment residents. The ground floor also includes a bike/scooter storage room for
use by the building occupants. The upper three floors will house the apartments. The
grocery store will have entrances on both sides of the building, thus allowing grocery
users to park on Governors Ave. or in the mobility center across the street.
The proposed site will provide 13 short-term parking spaces in a parking lot along the
New Street side of the property for pickup/drop off use by the day care and by the
grocery store users. It is intended that the Downtown Dover Mobility Center, which
will be located across Governors Avenue from the site, will provide the parking
necessary for the apartment residents, employees of the uses located in the building,
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and the majority of the customers of the retail units and grocery store. On-street 2-
hour parking exists along Governors Ave and unlimited time parking is available on
New St. as well. Pedestrian connections to the downtown sidewalk network from
multiple points around the building are provided. The bike/scooter storage room will
provide secure storage for the building occupants thereby encouraging bicycle/scooter
use instead of a vehicle. Outdoor bike racks are also provided for users of the
retail/grocery facilities, again encouraging transportation via other means than a
vehicle.
Additionally, the Mobility Center will also provide options for multiple modes of
transportation for the residents and users of the building. These include bicycle &
scooter parking, a bus stop on Governors Ave. in front of the center (across the street
from this building), rideshare & ride hail (Uber, Lyft, etc.) pickup/drop off, and
possible future carshare/bikeshare opportunities. All of these options help to reduce
the parking necessary for the building.
We believe ‘The Governor’ will be a great benefit to Downtown Dover. Please
consider this statement as part of your review of the project.
Sincerely,
BECKER MORGAN GROUP, INC.
Michael J. Henry, LEED AP
Senior Associate
MJH/
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August 1, 2025
City of Dover Planning Commission
c/o Department of Planning and Inspections
P.O. Box 475
Dover, DE 19903-0475
RE: Trash Strategy Statement
Downtown Dover Development Corp/The Governor
Dover, Delaware
2025041.00
Dear Commission Members:
On behalf of our client, Downtown Dover development Corporation, we hereby submit this trash strategy
statement for your consideration for the project to be known as “The Governor”
Trash and recycling facilities are designed to serve the diverse operational needs of the residential units, ground-
floor retail, grocery store, and daycare center, in accordance with all applicable municipal codes and best
practices for sanitation control.
The properties associated with this project are zoned C- 2- Central Commercial and H – Historic. The zoning
ordinances associated with these zones require two (2) dumpsters for the first forty-eight (48) units, and one (1)
dumpster for every additional twenty-four (24) units or fraction thereof for the residential occupancy. It also
requires two (2) dumpsters for any non-residential occupancy.
Residential Waste Management
• A dedicated Residential Trash Room is located on the ground floor, accessible via internal corridors.
• The room includes a compactor as well as bins sized for weekly waste and single-stream recycling for
all residential units.
o Per the zoning ordinance a compactor can substitute two (2) dumpsters, and there will be three
(3) additional dumpsters to meet ordinance compliance.
• The space is enclosed, mechanically ventilated, and equipped with sealed, pest-resistant containers.
• Each residential floor will have a trash chute provided, for ease of waste maintenance for the residents.
it will include a recycling bypass system to facilitate proper waste separation.
• Waste collection for the residential spaces will be managed by private haulers, with collection
schedules, and coordinated by the building management.
Retail Waste Management
• Retail tenants have access to a separate, secured Retail Trash Room, with direct access to the
loading/service area.
o Providing one (1) dumpster for the retail occupancy.
• Waste collection for retail spaces will be managed by private haulers, with collection schedules
coordinated to minimize conflicts with residential services.
• All materials will be stored in enclosed containers within the designated space until scheduled
collection.
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Trash Strategy Statement
Downtown Dover Development Corp.
“The Governor”
Grocery Store Waste Management
• The grocery store has a designated Trash and Recycling Room located in the receiving area,
appropriately sized to handle higher-volume waste including cardboard, packaging, and organic refuse.
• This room has direct access to the service/loading area to allow for frequent, unobstructed collection.
• Waste collection for the grocer will be managed by private haulers, with collection schedules
coordinated to minimize conflicts with residential services.
Daycare Waste Management
• The daycare center is provided with a secure, exterior trash enclosure to manage daily sanitary waste.
o Providing two (2) exterior, enclosed dumpsters to meet ordinance compliance.
• Diaper and childcare-related waste will be stored in sealed containers with odor control features.
• Collection will be scheduled regularly and efficiently in coordination with the additional building
occupancies.
Cafe Waste Management
• The café includes a small internal trash room for temporary waste storage throughout the day.
• Café waste will be transferred to shared exterior dumpsters with the daycare located within a
screened and secured outdoor enclosure.
Collection and Site Access
• The internal waste and recycling areas are located within the building envelope and not visible from
public spaces, with appropriate ventilation, lighting, and pest control.
• The exterior dumpster enclosures are within its own exterior enclosure, screened and gated for
controlled access.
• Trash rooms are accessible to staff only and located to minimize cross-traffic between building uses.
• A shared loading/service area is designed to accommodate collection vehicles with adequate clearance,
and access per local regulations.
• On-site building management will coordinate all waste operations, ensure compliance with collection
schedules, and maintain cleanliness of all waste areas.
August 1, 2025
Candice M. Schuster, AIA | Associate Director of Operations, Housing Date
CoreStates, Inc.
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WAIVER REQUEST
DOWNTOWN DOVER DEVELOPMENT CORP. / ‘THE GOVERNOR’
SITE PLAN
OPAQUE BARRIER REQUIREMENTS
REQUEST: We request that the opaque barrier be
eliminated and that only the continuous
evergreen screen be required.
EXTENT OF THE REQUEST: Article 5, section 7.2 states “Visual and sound
screening shall be provided on a non-residential
use when abutting a residential use, except in
front yard areas. The screening shall be required
to be installed on site as part of planning
commission or administrative site plan approval.
Where required, screening shall consist of an
opaque barrier at least six feet in height,
accompanied by landscaping.“
We are requesting a waiver to eliminate the
opaque barrier portion of the buffer and to
require only the continuous evergreen screen
portion of the buffer along the entirety of the
common property line with the parcel to the
north which is currently used as residential.
BASIS FOR REQUEST: Article 5, section 7.24 of the City of Dover
Zoning Code states “The planning commission
may waive the requirement for the opaque
barrier (wood fence, masonry wall, or earthen
berm) and require only landscaping as required
by section 7.22—Landscaping options in cases
where noise is not a concern and the vegetation
alone is considered a desirable aesthetic
alternative. We believe that noise is not a
concern for this area, as the doors exiting this
area of the building are for electrical rooms,
storage, stairwell, and a fitness area and thus
the request to eliminate the opaque barrier.
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WAIVER REQUEST
DOWNTOWN DOVER DEVELOPMENT CORP.
‘THE GOVERNOR’
TREE PLANTING REQUIREMENTS / TREE MITIGATION REQUEST
REQUEST: Due to the size and layout of the proposed improvements which will encompass
the majority of the site, the Downtown Dover Development Corporation requests
a waiver from the tree planting requirements of the zoning code for the subject
site. We propose to plant the required number of trees to meet the zoning code
requirements with a combination of on and off site plantings. The offsite plantings
will be planted within the street right of way of both Governors Avenue and New
Street as shown on the submitted landscape plan.
EXTENT OF THE REQUEST: By code, the property will be required to provide 29 trees
on the subject site. The project will save 7 existing trees
and provide 28 new trees for a total of 35 trees. 18 of the
new trees will be planted within the property. We request to
plant the additional 10 trees as street trees along both the
Governors Avenue and New Street frontages as an
enhancement to the streetscape for both streets.
BASIS FOR REQUEST: Article 5, section 16.91 states that The Planning
Commission may waive the provisions of [sub]sections
16.52, 16.53, and 16.62, and require replacement planting
for mitigation purposes should the planning commission
determine, after demonstration by the applicant, that due to
physical limitations of the land which would otherwise
prohibit the reasonable use of the land, or for purposes of
preserving, protecting and promoting the interest of public
health, safety, welfare and/or public convenience. All tree
mitigation plantings must occur within the corporate limits
of the City of Dover. Tree mitigation may occur off-site in
accordance with the provisions listed below in this
ordinance:
(a) If a waiver is sought from the provisions of §
[subsection] 16.62, new tree plantings are required
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at a rate of 1:1. All new tree plantings shall meet the
minimum size at planting requirements of the City
of Dover table of trees.
The proposed facility is a multi-story mixed use building with
retail space, daycare and residential apartments. The building,
parking, loading area, courtyard and fire lanes will encompass the
majority of the site thus leaving little space for tree plantings on
the property. For these reasons, we request that a waiver be granted
allowing a portion of the proposed trees to be planted offsite within
the street right of way of both Governors Avenue and New Street
as an enhancement to the streetscapes which border the property.
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City of Dover
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW STAFF REPORT
Recommendation from the Dover Historic District Commission
Meeting of July 17, 2025
And Staff Review Report
Application: Mixed Use Building at 120 S Governors Avenue, HI-25-02
Owner: Downtown Dover Development Corporation c/o Downtown Dover
Partnership
Location: Between South Governors Avenue and South New Street, midway between
Reed Street and West Loockerman Street in Dover, DE
Address: 120 South Governors Avenue
Related Properties: 105, 111, and 115 South New Street
Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.09-01-44.00-000
Related Properties: ED-05-077.09-01-37.00-000, ED-05-077.09-01-42.00-000, ED-05-077.09-
01-43.00-000
Size: 1.70 acres +/- (main parcel)
2.03 acres +/- (total of all parcels)
Present Uses: Vacant lot – Former auto retail store and daycare center
Proposed Use: Mixed Use Commercial (Grocery, retail, restaurant, child day care center)
and Multi-family Housing (Apartments) and associated parking
Present Zoning: C-2 (Central Commercial Zone)
H (Historic District Zone)
For Consideration: Architectural Review Certification
ACTION OF THE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION:
The application was considered at the July 17, 2025 Meeting of the Historic District Commission.
The following members were present at the July Meeting: Chairman Eric Czerwinski, Vice-Chair
Mrs. Ellen Richardson, and Mrs. Ann Horsey; one member was absent and one member not
appointed. The application was represented by Todd Stonesifer, Chair/President of Downtown
Dover Partnership Board; Ken Anderson, Downtown Dover Partnership; Mr. Michael Henry,
Becker Morgan Group; Ms. Candice Schuster, CoreStates Group; and Mrs. Leslie Smallwood-
Lewis and Ms. Meagan Whetstone, Mosaic Development Partners. Public testimony was received
during the Public Hearing from Tom Smith of 36 The Green.
P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903
Community Excellence Through Quality Service
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HI-25-02 The Governor: 120 South Governors Avenue Mixed Use Development
Architectural Review Certification Recommendation Report from Historic District Commission
July 17, 2025 Meeting
Page 2 of 10
Action Taken by Historic District Commission:
The motion to recommend approval passed 3-0 of the members present for this application at the
July 17, 2025 Meeting. The Historic District Commission recommends approval of the
Architectural Review Certificate for Application HI-25-02 The Governor: 120 South
Governors based on the applicant’s presentation and plans with reference to the Staff notes
and amendments (Staff Recommendation Report – Section VI). The Historic District
Commission also required the consideration for redesign of the north and south elevations and
façade cornices to incorporate the brick elements with the possible dentiling and/or bracketing
to improve the cornice presentation.
During the Meeting, the Historic District Commission heard the applicants’ presentation on the
project for the Mixed Use Building at 120 S. Governors Avenue. and including their response to
the series of Staff Comments and Recommendations. They presented information on the site’s
history; the development site and building placement; building architectural features and materials;
and other site items. Questions focused on the building elevation detailing, parking lot and its
screening, shopping carts, types of brick, the cornices, window sizing and operation, architectural
form design of the grocery section of the building, and planned uses in the building. The Meeting
Minutes of the Historic District Commission are provided.
Note: This Review Report was initially prepared by Staff of the Rossi Group (under a Planning
Services contract with the City of Dover). The Report was completed with additional review and
editing by the City’s Planning Office. See as follows.
I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Historic District Commission will act to make a Recommendation for an Architectural Review
Certificate for a Site Development Plan Application for the proposed construction of a mixed use
commercial and multi-family (apartment) development in Downtown Dover, to be located at 120
South Governors Avenue. The project is construction of a four story, 169,080 SF Mixed Use
Building including a grocery, retail and restaurant spaces, a child day care, 120 apartment units, and
a roof-top courtyard with site improvements of a parking lot, a courtyard, and landscaping. The
parcel contains 1.70 +/- acres. The property is zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) and subject to
H (Historic District Zone). The property is located on the west side of South Governors Avenue and
midway between Reed Street and West Loockerman Street. It is bounded by South New Street on
the west. The owner of record is Downtown Dover Development Corporation c/o Downtown Dover
Partnership. Property Address: 120 South Governors Avenue, Dover. Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.09-
01-44.00-000. Council District 4.
The project also proposes improvements on adjacent related properties at 105, 111, and 115 South
New Street. One of these parcels is owned by the Downtown Dover Partnership and the other two
are owned by the City of Dover. These parcels are not within the H (Historic District Zone).
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Architectural Review Certification Recommendation Report from Historic District Commission
July 17, 2025 Meeting
Page 3 of 10
Surrounding Land Uses
The subject property is within the Downtown Development District, located one block north of
Loockerman Street. The site is bordered by South Governors Avenue to the east, South New Street
to the west, and part of the Minor Street (paper alley) to the south. As previously noted, the parcels
are zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone) and within the Historic District. Properties immediately
adjacent to the subject project location are also zoned C-2. Others in the immediate area are zoned
RG-1 (General Residence Zone). The subject property is currently vacant with recent demolition
of the one-story Auto Parts/AutoPlus retail store and daycare center; known as the Acme site). The
largest of the subject parcels is within the H (Historic District) Zone, as are properties to the south
and east, as well as to the north fronting South Governors Avenue. The smaller parcels that are
adjacent to the main subject of this application are outside of the H (Historic District Zone).
Properties west of the subject site across South New Street are also outside of the H (Historic
District Zone). Surrounding uses are a combination of mixed use and residential, with a church
located at the southeast corner of South New Street and Reed Street.
Previous Applications
The property owners are the Downtown Dover Development Corporation c/o Downtown Dover
Partnership and the City of Dover. On June 20, 2024, the Historic District Commission granted
approval of the Architectural Review Certification allowing demolition of the previous structure, a
one-story Auto Parts/AutoPlus retail store and daycare center, located at 120 South Governors
Avenue (HI-24-05). On March 14, 2025, a Narrative Letter, a Site Plan set, and Architectural
Graphics set with building elevations and 3-D views were submitted to the Department of Planning
and Inspections as the initial filing of the application to the Historic District Commission. Only
120 South Governors was included in that submission, not the additional parcels located at 105,
111, and 115 South New Street. The application was held at the request of the applicant while
additional design refinements were made to the submission. The design changes were made to the
proposal and the status of the three additional parcels located at 105, 111, and 115 South New
Street was clarified and incorporated into the 120 South Governors Avenue Mixed Use
Development Narrative Letter, Site Plan set, and Architectural Graphics set with building
elevations and 3-D views, which were submitted to the Department of Planning and Inspections on
June 13, 2025. This latest submission is the one under consideration.
There was previous proposal in 2011 for demolition of the building and redevelopment of the
property with applications HI-11-04 Acme Site Redevelopment Master Plan and S-11-11 Lands at
DDP at 120 South Governors Avenue: Master Plan; the plans were never finalized and expired.
II. HISTORIC PROPERTY INFORMATION
Review of Historic Maps
Historically, this block of Downtown between South Governors Avenue and South New Street
north of West Loockerman Street was part of an area known as the Comegy’s Lots laid out in the
1850s with development occurring 1859-1885. The 1868 Beers Map shows the subject site
primarily vacant with one building owned by L. Geiser and a school building. By 1885, a series of
residential dwellings fronting on both Governors Avenue and New Street were in existence. The
subject site is just north of the original building location of the Robbins Hose Fire Company
building. The 1887 Map of Dover published by W.B. Roe continues to show a public school in the
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July 17, 2025 Meeting
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southern portion of the site with dwellings to the north. The Sanborn Fire Insurance Map Series
from 1885 – 1944 with updates also documents the history of buildings on the subject site. The
1885 Map shows a two-story school building and a Sunday School & Meeting House building with
two-story residential dwellings with accessory buildings (garages, sheds). By 1897, the school
building was replaced by a Methodist Protestant Church building with the residential dwellings
remaining. These uses for the subject site continue through the early twentieth century. By the
mid-twentieth century, the church building was replaced by a one-story cinderblock store building
adjacent to Governors Avenue. In the late 1960s, the subject site was redeveloped with the recently
demolished masonry commercial building (the Acme grocery store building) setback in the middle
of the block; its construction appears to have eliminated approximately nine residential dwellings.
Property Information
The subject property is located within H (Historic District Zone) as established by the City of
Dover. There are four contexts that contribute to the historic character of Dover, including the
Green Historic Context; the Victorian Historic Context; the Loockerman Historic Context; and the
Capitol Square Historic Context. This property is located within the Loockerman Historic Context.
Buildings in the Loockerman Context include a wide variety of nineteenth century commercial
buildings. The Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone
describe this context as “a coherent, densely-built commercial area that would have an attractive
mix of historic and new buildings and related parking.”
The subject property is located within the boundaries of a National Register of Historic Places
Historic District, specifically the Victorian Dover Historic District (K-396) but the mid-twentieth
century commercial building was considered a non-contributing building.
III. PROJECT PROPOSAL
PROJECT PROPOSAL (Submission of June 2025):
The application proposes the construction of a 169,080 SF Mixed Use Building including grocery,
retail and restaurant spaces, a child day care facility, 120 apartment units, and a roof-top courtyard
with site improvements of a parking lot, a courtyard, and landscaping. It will be located directly
across from the proposed Dover Mobility Center (Parking Garage), which is prioritized in the
Capital City 2030: Transforming Downtown Dover Master Plan because the parking and related
infrastructure will support the transformation of the Capital City into a vibrant hub for commerce,
living, and cultural activities. Additionally, the proposed mixed use redevelopment project will
support an additional revitalization strategy within the Master Plan, which is to increase the
number of mixed-income residents living in downtown, provide access to food within downtown
Dover, and increase retail and service opportunities It is also identified as a Key Project in the
Downtown Development District Plan.
The Applicant’s submission includes a Narrative Letter, a Site Plan set, and Architectural Graphics
set with building elevations and 3-D views. The elements of the project are as follows:
1. Building Construction: The proposed four-story building will be 60 feet tall. The proposed
Mixed Use building will feature two main material palettes. The first includes a blend of
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masonry colors, feature material such as copper-brown metal panels, matte black metal
trim, fiber cement panel in neutral tones, and black or dark bronze decorative metal
elements and frames which will be wrapped around the building’s northeast and southeast
corners. The second includes neutral tones of plank siding and fiber cement panel, matte
black metal trim, masonry, and black or dark bronze decorative metal elements and
window frames. The building’s façade will primarily feature retail frontages that alternate
between masonry piers, glazing, fiber cement panel piers, and accent metal panels. Both
street-facing elevations follow a brickwork pattern of varying orientations up to cornice
lines, where it then transitions to a more muted expression for the upper levels.
2. Parking Lot: A surface parking lot will be developed along the west side of the building
with access to South New Street. The proposed Dover Mobility Center (separate project
HI-24-09 and S-25-01) will be located directly across South Governors Avenue and will
accommodate the anticipated parking needs of the residents, business owners, and
shoppers.
3. Sidewalks and Site Amenities: The proposal maintains sidewalks along South New Street
and South Governors Avenue. There are also sidewalks and crosswalks adjacent to the
parking lot leading to the building. There is a west facing courtyard area in the central u-
shaped area of the building. The renderings show additional amenities on the adjacent three
parcels on S. New Street, including a public green space with a pollinator garden, nature
playscape, and dog park.
4. Tree Planting and Landscaping: The Site Plan proposes seven trees to be planted along
South New Street and the either the preservation or replacement of the existing trees along
South Governors Avenue. To the northwest of the structure on South New Street (on the
adjacent properties), a public green space area is proposed, incorporating trees, shrubs, and
various plantings to enhance the aesthetic quality of the site and provide a natural respite
within the urban landscape. A mix of trees, shrubs, and various plantings is also proposed
in the courtyard of the structure.
See the attached Plan submission and associated graphics and drawings for detailed information on
building dimensions, locations, and material choices.
IV. ZONING REVIEW
The large parcel that fronts South Governors Avenue is located in the H (Historic District Zone)
and subject to the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 §21 and referenced sections.
Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 §3.2 outlines the review process for Architectural Review
Certification and related building height, bulk, and setback standards.
The entire project area is zoned C-2 (Central Commercial Zone). The C-2 zone allows for “retail
stores, apartments and multi-family dwellings; uses accessory to the residential units such as lobby
and amenity spaces are permitted on the first floor; live-work units; parking lots and parking
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structures” as principal uses. The subject property has frontage on two streets: South New Street and
South Governors Avenue.
Code Compliance for C-2 Required Provided
Front Setback 0’ > 5’
Rear Setback 20’ above ground floor. At 37’ ground floor
ground floor, 5’required 54’ above ground floor
Side Setback None required, but 5’ min. if 10’ on the North
provided 22’ on the South
Building Height 10 stories (125’) 4 stories (60’)
The C-2 zoning district also includes some design standards provisions. See the code excerpt below:
Article 3 Section 13
13.5 Design standards. The following standards shall apply to the site and building development
in the central commercial zone (C-2):
13.51 Façade articulation. Building facades should incorporate design elements to provide a
base, middle, and top of the building to reinforce the pedestrian scale at the street level.
13.52 Height. For buildings greater than four stories in height, then the upper floors above the
fourth story shall step back six feet for fifty percent of the width of the primary facade. For
buildings greater than six stories, then the upper floors above the sixth fl oor shall step back an
additional six feet on the primary façade. These step back areas may begin at a lower height than
these minimums as part of the building design in order to be compatible with the character of the
area.
13.53 Step back areas. The step back areas should be open to the sky and can be open air
balcony spaces or other design architectural features that are not enclosed spaces.
13.54 Off-street parking. Off-street parking lots shall not be permitted to be situated between the
street line and the primary facade of the principal building. Consideration should be given to
locating parking to the side or rear of the building.
13.55 Screening. Any off-street parking lots provided shall be screened from the street line by
buildings, landscaping, or other means. Off-street parking lots shall be screened from adjacent
residential zones and residential uses. This screening provision does not apply to adjacent alleys.
V. Review of DESIGN STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
The subject property is located in the H (Historic District Zone) within the Loockerman Context.
The Loockerman Context is described on pages 2-7 and 2-8 of the Design Standards and
Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone. The Design Standards and Guidelines
describe this context as “a coherent, densely-built commercial area that would have an attractive
mix of historic and new buildings and related parking.” Location within the Dover Historic District
Zone requires proposals for demolition, new construction, building additions, and certain
renovation or rehabilitation activities to existing buildings to receive an Architectural Review
Certificate.
As stated in the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone, an
Architectural Review Certificate will be granted “if it is found that the architectural style, general
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design, height, bulk and setbacks, arrangement location and materials affecting the exterior
appearance are generally in harmony with neighboring structures and complementary to the
traditional architectural standards of the historic district.” In accordance with Article 10 §3.2, the
Historic District Commission will provide a recommendation to the Planning Commission
regarding the project’s compliance with the architectural review standards.
This proposal must be reviewed for conformity with the design criteria guidelines found in Chapter
3: Maintenance, Repair, Preservation and Restoration of Existing Historic Buildings and Chapter
4: New Construction, Additions, Demolition and Relocation. Information on the review
considerations is given below.
New Construction
The Design Standards and Guidelines for New Construction (Chapter 4: pages 4-1 through 4-8)
provide the design criteria and development guidelines. The guidelines specify the following
individual considerations for new construction to be considered in review by the Historic District
Commission (and Planning Commission) of the project for Architectural Review Certification:
• Style
• Scale (building to reflect dominant cornice and roof height of adjacent buildings)
• Elevation of the First Floor
• Floor-to-Floor heights
• Bays, windows, and doors (size, relationship, spacing of)
• Absolute Size (compare overall size of new building)
• Massing (relationship of solid-to-void)
• Orientation (location of primary façade)
• Proportions (comparison of height to width of building and elements)
• Materials
• Forms (shape of building and roof to be complementary)
• Siting (location of building on lot and in relation to street)
• High density/ large-scale construction
Design criteria and development guidelines specific to the Loockerman Historic Context are
detailed on page 4-6 of the Design Standards and Guidelines and provide that “the siting of new
construction in the Loockerman historic context should conform to the building line of adjacent
buildings, to reinforce the sense of the ‘wall’ of buildings, especially along Loockerman Street.
New commercial buildings should occupy the full width of their lot at the street line. Freestanding
"object" buildings that do not conform to the street and lot lines should not be permitted in the
Loockerman historic context. Where a commercial building is built adjacent to a vacant lot, it
should be built with a party wall in anticipation of subsequent new construction being built
adjacent and up to the property line.” The Design Standards and Guidelines Chapter 3 includes
information about the use of certain materials within the Historic District.
The proposed project must also be reviewed for compliance with the standards established by the
Zoning Ordinance. The standards include items such as setbacks from property lines, lot coverage,
height, etc. This Proposal for the 120 South Governors Avenue Mixed Use Building appears to
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conform to the bulk requirements of the C-2 zoning district; however, this should be verified via
Site Plan review. The City of Dover Zoning Ordinance authorizes the Historic District
Commission to waive certain bulk standards when issuing its recommendation to the Planning
Commission for an Architectural Review Certificate if necessary.
The Design Standards and Guidelines note that “the vacant lots to the north and south of
Loockerman Street are not desirable locations for large-scale construction, because they are in the
transition area between the commercial and residential zoning districts.”
VI. STAFF COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The Staff Comments and Recommendations for this application regarding project activities and
Architectural Review Certification were provided in the Architectural Review Staff Report issued
for the July 17, 2025 Historic District Commission Meeting.
The following are Staff comments and recommendations for this application regarding project
activities and Architectural Review Certification.
1) Staff recommends conditional approval of the Architectural Review Certificate for the
Mixed Use Building at 120 South Governors Avenue project, finding that the building to be
of a compatible design with the nearby buildings and with the intent of the Design
Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone. The proposed multi-
use site enhances the pedestrian scale of the Downtown area and supports the Capital City
2030: Transforming Downtown Dover Master Plan. The brick exterior finishes take cues
and architectural style from the buildings downtown and the form breaks up the total
façade into smaller building segments and set back (steps-back) in certain areas making it
look like multiple connected buildings. Sidewalk expansions and the implementations of
pedestrian elements will add to the urban activity expected within the Loockerman Historic
Context.
2) The following conditions are recommended by Staff to improve the project’s compliance
with the recommended guidelines of the Design Standards and Guidelines. The following
are recommended conditions:
a. The selected brick choice should be compatible with the brick of other existing
buildings in the area. Clarify the brick size and patterning.
b. Clarify the window glass area material as mirrored or colored glass is not always
appropriate for use in the Historic District zone.
c. Clarify the edge treatment (railing material and form) at the west facing Roof
Courtyard area.
d. Consideration of wall or free-standing signage may require additional review.
e. Consider screening of and placement of any roof-mounted equipment.
f. Any light fixtures utilized on the property should be consistent with the style of the
lighting used in the nearby areas of the Loockerman Context of the Historic
District.
g. Any revisions or changes in the identified materials may be subject to further
review by the Historic District Commission.
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3) The Mixed Use Building at 120 S. Governors Avenue appears to comply with the design
standards of the C-2 zoning district in regard to the building façade articulation (having a
base, middle and top). The project has also incorporated the step backs for the lower floors
(under the fourth floor). The project design show consideration of the pedestrian at the
street level.
4) In regard to the placement of off-street parking, South Governors Avenue is considered the
primary façade of the building. The placement of a small on-site parking lot along the S.
New Street frontage of the property can be considered as it is a secondary front elevation
due to the full block depth of the development site. Appropriate screening by landscaping
or low fence/wall elements of the parking must be considered.
5) Some of the site improvements/amenities were not specifically described or had limited
information within the application information. Please provide information for
consideration and discussion.
a. Consider the format of the area to the south of the building for its surface
treatments, ability or limitation for pedestrian access, landscaping of area, and any
screening of this loading area at its connection to South Governors Avenue.
b. Section 5-5 of the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic
District Zone details recommendations for signage. Signs at the storefront level
should be oriented primarily to pedestrians and sized and designed for pedestrian
vision. Large-scale signs are not recommended.
c. Off-street parking lots provided shall be screened from the street line by buildings,
landscaping, or other means. Page 5 of the proposed submission indicates the off-
street parking lot will be screened by shrubs and trees. Screening in compliance
with Zoning Ordinance, Article 6, Section 5 – Supplementary Regulations for
Parking and Loading Facilities and the design standards of the C-2 Zone will be
further evaluated with the Site Development Plan submission.
d. Provide information on the dumpster enclosure/ utility area construction and
screening.
6) Clarify whether existing trees on the site or adjacent streetscape area will be preserved. If
they are proposed to be removed, replacement of removed trees will be required. The
development area (the property) is also subject to tree planting requirements of the Zoning
Ordinance.
7) Staff recommends the following pertaining to the site design elements of the project:
a. The sidewalk system on the street frontage along both South New Street and South
Governors Avenue should continue and include barrier free access, crosswalk
striping, etc. at the points of intersection with the entrance and exit drive aisles.
b. Any proposed landscaping or tree planting locations, and lighting fixture locations
should be depicted on the plan and be consistent with the character of these
elements as they exist within the Loockerman Context area.
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8) The review of the development of the three adjacent parcels along S. New Street will occur
with the Site Plan review process as some of the planned amenities are likely tied to code
requirements for certain uses such as the residential units.
9) The central Courtyard/Wellness Area may be an opportunity for public art installations.
10) For building construction, the requirements of the building code and fire code must be met.
Consult with the Building Inspections Staff and Fire Marshal regarding these requirements.
The resolution of these items can impact the site design in some cases.
11) In the event that major changes and revisions to the design, materials, or site layout occur
in the finalization of the plan and/or construction drawings contact the Department of
Planning and Inspections. These changes may require resubmittal for review by the
Historic District Commission.
12) This site development plan for this project is also subject to the application and review
process for Site Development Plan (Article 10 §2 of the Zoning Ordinance) before the
Planning Commission. Note: Additional technical items for compliance with the Zoning
Ordinance and other regulations may be identified during the Site Plan Process. Review
comments pertaining specifically to the Site Plan set will be issued at that time.
13) The applicant shall be aware that Building Permits are required to proceed with any
construction activities on the project site. The permit applications must comply with the
approvals and conditions granted through the Architectural Review Certification and Site
Plan Review process.
14) The applicant should be aware that a Sign Permit is required to proceed with the placement
of signage on the property.
VII. Historic District Commission Action
The Historic District Commission considered the proposal at their Meeting of July 17, 2025 and
have provided a recommendation in regard to the Architectural Review Certification for the 120
South Governors Avenue Mixed Use Building development. The recommendation reflects
consideration of the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone.
The specific conditions of the Recommendation are noted in this Report under the heading of
“Action of the Historic District Commission.”
Note: The Historic District Commission Meeting Minutes including this Application HI-25-02 are
attached.
Documents Considered by the Historic District Commission on July 17, 2025:
• Narrative Letter
• Project Architecture Graphic Preservation Set of architectural renderings of building floor
plan and elevation drawings of Building
• Site Plan Set
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DATA SHEET FOR RECREATION PLAN REVIEW
Review of Active Recreation Area Plan
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE
MEETING OF September 9, 2025
Planning Commission Meeting of September 15, 2025
Plan Title: The Governor: Mixed-Use Building at 120 S. Governors Avenue, S-25-11
Plan Type: Site Development Plan: Active Recreation Area Plan
Location: On the west side of South Governors Avenue and halfway between Reed Street
and West Loockerman Street in Dover, DE
Addresses: 120 S. Governors Avenue and 105, 111, and 115 S. New Street
Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.09-01-144.00-000
(Related Properties) ED-05-077.09-01-37.00-000, ED-05-077.09-01-42.00-000, ED-05-077.09-
01-43.00-000
Owner: Downtown Dover Development Corporation c/o Downtown Dover
Partnership and the City of Dover (Parcels at 105 and 115 S. New Street)
Property Area: 1.7622 acres +/- (main parcel)
1.9813 acres +/- (total of all parcels)
Proposed Use: Mixed-Use Commercial (Grocery, retail, restaurant, child day care center)
and Multi-family Housing (Apartments – 120 units) and associated
parking
Zoning: C-2 (Central Commercial Zone)
H (Historic District Zone)
I. Project Summary
The Governor: Mixed-Use Building at 120 S. Governors Avenue project will be reviewed as a
Site Development Plan and for Architectural Review Certification by the Planning Commission.
The Plan proposes construction of a mixed-use commercial and multi-family (apartment)
building in Downtown Dover, to be located between South Governors Avenue and South New
Street, midway between Reed Street and West Loockerman Street. The 1.7622+/- acre property
is a vacant lot that was formerly an auto parts retail store and daycare center. The proposal
includes a four-story, 139,306 SF mixed-use structure that includes space for retail, child day
care, 120 residential apartments, and a roof-top courtyard, with 13 vehicle parking spaces and
associated site improvements
P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 161
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II. Active Recreation Area Plan Summary:
As part of the Plan review process for this project, the applicant is required to provide open space
and Active Recreation Area in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance, Article 5, Section 10.
Dover Code of Ordinances, Appendix B – Zoning, Article 5 – Supplementary Regulations,
Section 10 – Open Space, Recreation and Other Public Facilities (select excerpts).
Article 5 Section 10
Section 10. - Open space, recreation, and other public facilities.
The City of Dover shall require the reservation of open space, recreation, and other public facilities in
accordance with the provisions of this section as a condition of approval for all one-family dwelling,
two-family dwelling and multiple-family dwelling residential developments requiring conditional use
approval, site development plan approval, or land subdivision approval by the City of Dover Planning
Commission.
10.1 Recreation areas.
10.11 Purpose. The purpose of this section is to ensure that active recreation areas are
provided as an integral design element within residential developments and that such facilities are
of an adequate scale in relation to the size of the residential development and which provide
residents with a variety of active recreational pursuits.
10.12 Dedication required. The commission shall require the dedication or reservation of
recreation areas, and the subsequent construction of recreation facilities of a character, extent
and location suitable to the needs created by a development for recreation facilities as defined
and in accordance with the design guidelines set forth.
10.13 Definition. The following are illustrative of the types of recreation areas and subsequent
facilities that shall be deemed to serve active recreational needs and therefore to count toward
satisfaction of the recreation area requirements of this section: tennis courts, handball courts,
racquetball courts, swimming pools, saunas and exercise rooms, meeting or activity rooms within
clubhouses, baseball and soccer fields, basketball courts, volleyball courts, swings, slides and
play apparatus, and developed walking, jogging or biking trails.
Because the project is located within the Downtown Redevelopment Target Area, it qualifies for
an exemption under Article 5, §10.515 Residential developments located within the Downtown
Redevelopment Target Area as defined in Appendix C. Under this provision, the applicant must
provide 75 square feet of active recreation per dwelling unit with a minimum of 2,500 square
feet provided on site. See code excerpt:
Article 5 §10.5 Exemption to recreation area and open space dedication.
10.51 Exemptions for small developments.
10.515 Residential developments located within the Downtown Redevelopment Target
Area as defined in Appendix C. These developments shall be exempt from the area
requirements set forth in section 10.16, but shall be required to provide 75 square feet
of active recreation area per dwelling unit with a minimum of 2,500 square feet
provided on site. If the commission determines that the construction of the entirety of
the required active recreation area is not practical or desirable, the commission shall
require a cash in lieu donation for the active recreation area determined as not practical
or desirable. Cash in lieu shall be calculated in accordance with subsection 10.173 of
this article.
The plan identifies a proposed 11,090 SF park area located on the three additional parcels along
South New Street, to the northwest of the proposed building. This park would feature a dog park,
playground area, and pollinator garden along with a variety of trees and shrubs. Although this
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already exceeds the required active recreation square footage (9,000 SF), the plan also proposes a
courtyard/wellness area (5,729 SF); fitness center (2,054 SF); and community space (2,995 SF)
on the first floor of the building. In addition to first floor amenities, a rooftop courtyard is
proposed on the second floor measuring 7,225 SF. The total proposed area of active recreation
space for the proposed project is 29,093 SF.
This Active Recreation component must be reviewed by the Parks, Recreation, and Community
Enhancement Committee for a recommendation prior to consideration of the Site Plan by
Planning Commission.
The following table provides information from the submitted Plans and drawings for The
Governor: Mixed-Use Building at 120 S. Governors Avenue project showing the Active
Recreation Area plan. This focuses on the amenities specifically being developed with this
project:
Required Provided on Plan
Active Recreation Area 75 SF per dwelling unit or 5,729 SF Courtyard/Wellness Area
(Article 5 §10.515) 2,500 SF, greater thereof
120 DU = 9,000 SF 11,090 SF Park Area of playground area,
Requires 9,000 SF dog run, connection walkway
2,054 SF Fitness Center
2,995 SF Community Space
7,225 SF Rooftop Courtyard
20 Interior Bicycle Parking Spaces
20 External Bicycle Parking Spaces
Total: 29,093 SF
Active Recreation Accessible Elevators are provided on each floor to
Amenities access the rooftop courtyard. First floor
(Article 5 §10.15) active recreation amenities are accessible
via a network of sidewalks with ramps to
enter the building
Active Recreation Age Oriented to Amenities can be used by a variety of age
Amenities development groups.
(Article 5 §10.15)
Parking The entire site has 13 parking spaces to
serve the residents with other parking
nearby.
Setbacks for equipment and Most amenities are within or associated
game courts: 30 feet from with the building and comply.
residential lots and 25 feet The distance of the playground equipment
from right-of-way for street from the street must be shown and
placement may need to be adjusted for
compliance.
Landscaping The Landscape Plan shows a variety of
trees, shrubs, lawn spaces, and a pollinator
garden.
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III. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
The following are comments and recommendations from Staff of the Department of Planning &
Inspections and the Parks & Recreation Department following review of the Active Recreation
Area proposed for The Governor: Mixed-Use Building at 120 S. Governors Avenue project.
1. The project plan is required to provide 9,000 SF of Active Recreation Area. The Plan
shows a total of 29,093 SF of Active Recreation Area including a 5,729 SF
Courtyard/Wellness Area; 2,054 SF Fitness Center; 2,995 SF Community Space; 11,090
SF Park with playground and dog run; and 7,225 SF Rooftop Courtyard.
a. Additionally, there is an indoor bike storage area that can store 20 bicycles and
20 exterior bicycle parking spaces.
2. Staff recommends approval of the proposed Active Recreation Area amenities, subject to
review of the Active Recreation Plan sheet to confirm details. Staff also notes that this
location in the Downtown is in a walkable area where the sidewalk system leads to open
space areas like Mirror Lake Park, Silver Lake Park, the Legislative Mall area, and The
Green, and to the Capital City Trail system.
3. The following items related to the recreation amenities:
a. For playground area provide the distance of equipment from the street right-of-
way to ensure compliance with the setback requirements.
b. It is recommended that rules for usage of the dog-run area be posted along with
any trash/waste disposal equipment.
c. Identify if the playground usage will be limited by operations of the child day care
center.
d. Identify height and materials of the proposed fencing.
4. The applicant is reminded of the requirements for construction phasing of the recreation
area associated with the development of the residential units. With all residential units in
one building, the recreation amenities will have to be completed in conjunction with the
building’s construction and prior to issuance of a Final Certificate of Occupancy.
Article 5 §10.6 Construction Phasing. The recreation and open space areas shall be
completed in a proportion equal to or greater than the proportion of residential dwelling
units completed, except that one hundred (100) percent of the recreation and open space
areas shall be completed prior to issuing building permits for the final twenty (20) percent
of the dwelling units proposed. Building permits shall not be issued for dwelling units
unless the requirements of this section are met.
5. There shall be provisions which ensure that the common open space land (including
active recreation area) shall continue as such and be properly managed and maintained.
The developer shall either retain ownership and responsibility for maintenance of such
open land; or provide for and establish one (1) or more organizations for the ownership
and maintenance of all common open space i.e. a Homeowners Association. The
organization shall be responsible for maintenance, insurance and taxes on the common
open space.
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IV. ADVISORY COMMENTS
1. In the event that major changes and revisions to the Site Plan occur in the finalization of the
Site Plan, contact the Department of Planning and Inspections. Examples include
reorientation of buildings, relocation of site components, and increases in building floor area.
These changes may require resubmittal for review by the Development Advisory Committee,
Historic District Commission, Planning Commission, or other agencies and commissions
making recommendations in regard to the plan.
2. Clarify the status of ownership status of the parcels at 105 and 115 S. New Street as these is a
specific process for the disposal of City owned properties.
3. The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee shall submit to the
Planning Commission a report detailing the recommendations as to the Recreation Area Plan.
Attachments:
• Select Pages from S-25-11 Plan Set:
o Cover Sheet and Overall Site Plan (C-001), Active Recreation Plan (C-202), and
Landscape Plan Sheet (Z-100) dated August 2025
• Select Floor Plans from the Planning Board Presentation: Ground Floor Plan, Second
Floor Plan
• Select Building Renderings for view of site from S. Governors Avenue and S. New Street
Note: This review Report was initially prepared by Staff of the Rossi Group (under a Planning
Services contract with the City of Dover). The Report was completed with additional review and
editing by the City’s Planning Office.
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DELMARVA (1-800-282-8555) AND ENGAGE A PRIVATE UTILITY LOCATOR TO VERIFY THEIR EXACT LOCATION PRIOR TO THE S. N
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START OF ANY CONSTRUCTION. ANY DAMAGE INCURRED TO ANY UTILITIES SHALL BE REPAIRED IMMEDIATELY AT THE
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CONTRACTORS EXPENSE. IF THE CONTRACTOR RELIES ON THE UTILITY LOCATIONS SHOWN HEREON, HE DOES SO AT HIS
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4. FLOODPLAIN: PARCEL IS LOCATED WITHIN ZONE "X", AREA OF MINIMAL FLOODING HAZARD, BASED ON FEMA FIRM MAP AVE
RMA N ST. ENG I NE E R I NG
10001C0167H EFFECTIVE MAY 5TH, 2003. OCKE
W. LO T.
MAN S Delaware
B ECKER M ORGAN G ROUP ARCHITECTURE - ENGINEERING DELAWARE - MARYLAND - NORTH CAROLINA
5. ALL ROADS, PARKING AND OTHER PAVED AREAS WILL BE PRIVATELY OWNED AND MAINTAINED AND ARE NOT INTENDED R
OCKE
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6. DELAWARE REGULATIONS PROHIBIT THE BURIAL OF CONSTRUCTION DEMOLITION DEBRIS, INCLUDING TREES AND STUMPS REED STREET 302.734.7950
ON CONSTRUCTION SITES. ANY SOLID WASTE FOUND DURING EXCAVATION MUST BE REMOVED AND PROPERLY DISCARDED. RIGHT OF WAY WIDTH 25' Newark
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7. ALL HANDICAPPED PARKING DEMARCATION, STALLS, AND BUILDING ACCESSIBLE ROUTES SHALL COMPLY WITH THE LOCAL ROAD 302.369.3700 24x36
"AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT" AND ANSI ICC A117.1 - 2017 " ACCESSIBLE AND USABLE BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES"
Maryland
8. THIS DRAWING DOES NOT INCLUDE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION SAFETY. ALL CONSTRUCTION MUST BE
DONE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT OF 1970 AND ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS Salisbury
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THERETO APPURTENANT. 410.546.9100 24x36
9. BEFORE THE CONTRACTOR CAN BEGIN CONSTRUCTION HE MUST OBTAIN THE PROPER PERMITS AND/OR APPROVALS FROM KENT COUNTY TAX ASSESSMENT MAP KENT COUNTY TAX ASSESSMENT MAP
North Carolina
THE CITY OF DOVER (C.O.D.), DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL (DNREC), DELAWARE LANDS N/F Charlotte
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DELDOT) , KENT CONSERVATION DISTRICT (KCD) AND ALL APPROPRIATE STATE AND UNION AMERICAN METHODIST
2-05-077.09-01-36.01-000 G.M. VICINITY MAP SCALE : 1" = 1,200' LOCATION MAP SCALE : 1" = 400' 980.270.9100
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COUNTY AGENCIES. D.B. 26, PG. 301 X
ZONING: C2 Raleigh
10. ALL CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND MATERIALS SHALL BE ACCORDING TO THE CITY OF DOVER WATER & WASTEWATER
919.243.1332
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DEPARTMENT AND THE STATE OF DELAWARE (DELDOT) STANDARDS AND CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS. X LANDS N/F
THE CITY OF DOVER SITE DATA Wilmington 24x36
2-05-077.09-01-36.00-000
11. ALL FIRE LANE DEMARCATION AND FIRE LANE SIGNS SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL STATE FIRE PREVENTION N 73° 52' 06" E 111.17' D.B. 9182, PG. 28
ZONING: C2 1. OWNER OF RECORD: DOWNTOWN DOVER DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION 910.341.7600
REGULATIONS. X
101 W LOOCKERMAN ST, SUITE 2B
12. ALL WORK WITHIN CITY/DELDOT MAINTAINED ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAYS SHALL MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AS SET FORTH IN THE DOVER, DE, 19904 www.beckermorgan.com
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CURRENT REVISION OF THE STANDARD SPECIFICATION FOR ROAD AND BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION, BY THE DELAWARE X (302) 678-2940 - EMAIL: diane@downtowndoverpartnership.com
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND ALL CITY OF DOVER REQUIREMENTS. S 16° 49' 03" E
2. ENGINEER / SURVEYOR: BECKER MORGAN GROUP INC.
LANDS N/F 40.00'
13. TRAFFIC AND SAFETY CONTROL SHALL BE MAINTAINED DURING CONSTRUCTION IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE CURRENT N 16° 27' 55" W THE CITY OF DOVER
2-05-077.09-01-37.00-000
X 309 SOUTH GOVERNORS AVE.
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VERSION OF THE DELAWARE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES. 40.00' D.B. 7920, PG. 212 DOVER, DE. 19904
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ZONING: C2 (302) 734-7950 - EMAIL: mhenry@beckermorgan.com
14. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND SEDIMENT / EROSION CONTROL SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT VERSION X N 73° 52' 05" E
DELAWARE SEDIMENT AND STORMWATER REGULATIONS BY THE DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND 3. PROPERTY MAP NUMBERS: 2-05-07709-01-4400-00001
7.67' X X X X X X X X X X X X X
(ADDITIONAL PROJECT PARCELS) 2-05-07709-01-4300-00001
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL. X X X X X X
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15. CONTRACTOR SHALL REFER TO ARCHITECTURAL/STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS OF PROPOSED STRUCTURES FOR ALL DIMENSIONS LANDS N/F 2-05-07709-01-3700-00001
OF BUILDINGS AND FOUNDATIONS. PROPOSED BUILDING FOOTPRINTS, AS SHOWN ON SITE PLAN, SHOULD ONLY BE USED AS N 16° 27' 55" W DOWNTOWN DOVER
X
PARTNERSHIP CORPORATION 4. PROPERTY ADDRESS: PARCEL 44.00 120 S. GOVERNORS AVE, DOVER, DE 19904
A REFERENCE TO THE ABOVE MENTIONED PLANS. 26.50' 2-05-077.09-01-42.00-000
D.B. 7943, PG. 126 S 16° 07' 55" E (ADDITIONAL PROJECT PARCELS) PARCEL 43.00 115 S. NEW ST, DOVER, DE 19904
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16. HYDRANT CONNECTIONS BY THE CONTRACTOR ARE PROHIBITED. THIS METHOD MAY NOT BE UTILIZED DURING ANY PHASE OF ZONING: C2 X 34.00' PARCEL 42.00 111 S. NEW ST, DOVER, DE 19904 24x36
THE PROJECT. PARCEL 37.00 105 S. NEW ST, DOVER, DE 19904
LANDS N/F
FAMILY LEGACY, LLC 5. PROPERTY LOCATION: LATITUDE N39° 09' 32.26" - NAD83 (2011)
17. ALL EXISTING SANITARY SEWER LINES, STORM DRAINS, AND WATER LINES NOT USED FOR THE PROPOSED FACILITY X 2-05-077.09-01-41.00-000
MUST BE PROPERLY ABANDONED AT THE MAINS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY OF DOVER WATER & WASTEWATER D.B. 9216, PG. 46 LONGITUDE W75° 31' 39.25" - NAD83 (2011)
ZONING: C2
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DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY. 6. ZONING CLASSIFICATION: EXISTING: C-2 - CENTRAL COMMERCIAL, HISTORIC DISTRICT
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X S 16° 07' 55" E
18. PART II, CHAPTER 180, ARTICLE III, SECTION 180-10 OF THE CODE OF KENT COUNTY REQUIRES THAT "NO PERSON SHALL 26.00' PROPOSED: C-2 - CENTRAL COMMERCIAL, HISTORIC DISTRICT
LANDS N/F
DISCHARGE OR CAUSE TO BE DISCHARGED ANY STORMWATER, SURFACE WATER, UNCONTAMINATED GROUNDWATER, ROOF N 16° 27' 55" W THE CITY OF DOVER 7. DEED REFERENCE : DEED BOOK: D 4620/342 (PARCEL 44.00)
2-05-077.09-01-43.00-000 X
RUNOFF, SUBSURFACE DRAINAGE, UNCONTAMINATED NONCONTACT COOLING WATER, CONDENSATE, OR UNPOLLUTED (ADDITIONAL PROJECT PARCELS) DEED BOOK: D 7920/215 (PARCEL 43.00)
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INDUSTRIAL PROCESS WATERS TO ANY SANITARY SEWER". THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER SHALL ENSURE DURING 33.50' D.B. 7920, PG. 215
ZONING: C2
NORTHING 422,107.4710
EASTING 624,718.1040 DEED BOOK: D 7943/126 (PARCEL 42.00)
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CONSTRUCTION THAT NO ILLEGAL DISCHARGES TO THE SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM ARE CREATED WITH THE SITE N 73° 52' 05" E 302.07'
DEED BOOK: D 7920/212 (PARCEL 37.00)
IMPROVEMENTS. 5' B.R.L.
8. PRESENT USE: PARKING LOT (FORMERLY PARKING LOT, RETAIL, DAYCARE)
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MANAGER AT 302-736-7025 PRIOR TO THE START OF CONSTRUCTION. A REPRESENTATIVE FROM THE CITY OF DOVER 9. PROPERTY AREA: PARCEL 44.00 76,762 S.F. (1.7622 ACRES)
DSP
S 16° 13' 26" E
UPPER LEVEL WALL
253.77'
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND WASTEWATER MUST OBSERVE ALL CITY OWNED WATER AND SANITARY SEWER FLOORS 2 - ROOF 10. PROJECT AREA: PARCEL 44.00 76,762 S.F. (1.7622 ACRES)
INTERCONNECTIONS AND TESTING. ALL WATER TAPS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A CITY OF DOVER APPROVED CONTRACTOR.
(ADDITIONAL PROJECT PARCELS) PARCEL 43.00 3,562 S.F. (0.0818 ACRES)
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THE PROPOSED LOCATION FOR THE WATER TAP MAY NEED TO BE ADJUSTED IN THE FIELD DUE TO CONDITIONS OF THE
PARCEL 42.00 3,653 S.F. (0.0838 ACRES) 24x36
EXISTING MAIN. POSSIBLE CONDITIONS THAT WOULD REQUIRE TAPPING RELOCATION INCLUDE PROXIMITY TO PIPE JOINTS,
PARCEL 37.00 2,330 S.F. (0.0535 ACRES)
OTHER TAPS, CONCRETE ENCASEMENTS, CONFLICT WITH OTHER UTILITIES, AND THE LIKE. TEST HOLES MUST BE PERFORMED
SOUTH GOVERNORS AVE.
PROJECT AREA TOTAL: 86,307 S.F. (1.9813 ACRES)
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BY THE CONTRACTOR TO DETERMINE THE BEST TAPPING LOCATION. THE CITY OF DOVER WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE
FOR FIELD CONDITIONS REQUIRING ADJUSTMENT OF THE TAPPING LOCATION OR FOR ANY WORK REQUIRED BY THE DAY CARE
11. IMPERVIOUS (LOT) COVERAGE: MAXIMUM ALLOWED: 100% N 24x36
CONTRACTOR TO MAKE AN APPROPRIATE AND LAWFUL CONNECTION. EXISTING: 74,661 S.F.
RIGHT OF WAY WIDTH 60'
PROPOSED: 69,402 S.F. = 78.6%
20. IF THE APPROVED PLAN NEEDS TO MODIFIED DUE TO ERRORS OR OMISSIONS OR FIELD CONDITIONS, ADDITIONAL SEDIMENT 12. BULK STANDARDS: C-2 - CENTRAL COMMERCIAL REQUIRED PROVIDED
AND STORM WATER CONTROL MEASURES MAY BE REQUIRED AS DEEMED NECESSARY BY THE KENT CONSERVATION LOT AREA (MIN.): N/A 1.7622 AC. (PARCEL 44)
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DISTRICT (KCD). LOT WIDTH (MIN.): N/A 255.38 FT.
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LOT DEPTH (MIN.): 70 FT. 302.07 FT.
MINOR ARTERIAL
21. THE KENT CONSERVATION DISTRICT (KCD) RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ENTER PRIVATE PROPERTY FOR PURPOSES OF
PERIODIC SITE INSPECTION. FRONT SETBACK: 0 FT. 6.16’(GOVERNORS), 52.27’(NEW)
BALCONY SIDE SETBACK: 0 FT. 10.9' (N) - 21.7' (S)
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REAR SETBACK: 5 FT. N/A
& WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT SPECIFICATIONS. UPPER LEVEL WALL X SIDE/REAR ADJ RESIDENTIAL: 15 FT. N/A
FLOORS 2 - ROOF
23. ALL EXISTING UTILITIES SHALL BE ADJUSTED TO FINAL GRADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENT CITY OF DOVER 13. BUILDINGS: EXISTING: 0 S.F.
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32,857 S.F. (2ND FLOOR) PROJECT TITLE
24. PRIOR TO THE START OF CONSTRUCTION OR ORDERING OF MATERIALS, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ENGAGE A PRIVATE
SOUTH NEW STREET
32,857 S.F. (3RD FLOOR)
UTILITY LOCATOR TO VERIFY LOCATIONS OF ALL EXISTING UTILITIES WITHIN THE PROJECT EXTENTS AS WELL AS VERIFYING PROPOSED BUILDING 32,857 S.F. (4TH FLOOR)
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25.
ELEVATIONS OF ALL UTILITIES TO BE CROSSED WITH NEW IMPROVEMENTS. CONTRACTOR SHALL REPORT
CONFLICTS/ISSUES TO THE ENGINEER.
ALL SUBSURFACE UTILITIES SHOWN HEREON ARE BASED ON SURFACE EVIDENCE COLLECTED FROM THE FIELD RIGHT OF WAY WIDTH 60'
FOUR STORY
40,750 S.F. FOOTPRINT
F.F. EL.: 32.75' BALCONY
TOTAL S.F. AT COMPLETION:
HEIGHT:
139,306 S.F.
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26.
TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY AND THE BEST AVAILABLE RECORDS.
AT IT'S MEETING ON MM/DD/YYYY, THE CITY OF DOVER PLANNING COMMISSION GRANTED CONDITIONAL APPROVAL
FLOOR 2 STORIES:
FLOOR AREA RATIO:
NFPA CONSTRUCTION TYPE:
10 (MAX.)
5.0 (MAX.)
TYPE II
4
1.81
DOVER
LOCAL ROAD DEVELOPMENT
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OF SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN APPLICATION #X-XX-XX. DWELLING UNITS 120 24x36
14. UTILITIES: WATER: CITY OF DOVER
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FLOOR 2
SEWER:
GAS:
ELECTRIC:
CITY OF DOVER
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UPPER LEVEL WALL
FLOORS 2 - ROOF 15. PARKING CALCULATIONS : C-2 ZONING (NO REQUIREMENT)
REQUIRED: 0
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HANDICAPPED PARKING REQUIRED : 1
HANDICAPPED PARKING PROVIDED : 1 ( VAN ACCESSIBLE)
BICYCLE PARKING REQUIRED : 1
EXISTING BUILDING
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BALCONY TOTAL PROVIDED : 40
FLOOR 2
16. LOADING CALCULATIONS : LOADING BERTHS REQUIRED : 2 120 S. GOVERNORS AVE.
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17. DUMPSTER CALCULATIONS :
LOADING BERTHS PROVIDED :
DUMPSTERS REQUIRED :
2
7
CITY OF DOVER 24x36
DUMPSTERS PROVIDED : 2 EXTERNAL, 7 INTERNAL (TRASH ROOMS) KENT COUNTY, DELAWARE
18. TREE PRESERVATION : EX. WOODLAND AREA: 0 S.F.
SHEET TITLE
WOODLANDS TO BE CLEARED: 0 S.F. (0%)
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TOTAL WOODLANDS REMAINING: 0 S.F. (0%) 24x36
N 16° 27' 55" W
TOTAL NON-WOODLAND PROJECT AREA:
86,307 S.F. / 3,000 S.F. / TREE = 28.8 = 29
86,307 S.F.
29 TREES REQUIRED
COVER SHEET
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EXISTING TREES TO BE RETAINED:
PROPOSED TREES:
7
28 .AND OVERALL 24x36
255.38'
TOTAL TREES: 35
19. SIGNAGE : FUTURE PERMIT SUBMISSION .SITE PLAN
LOADING ZONE LOADING ZONE
20. OUTDOOR LIGHTING : LIGHTING SHALL BE 1.5 FOOT CANDLES (MINIMUM) AT GRADE
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5' B.R.L.
21. SURVEY DATUM: NGS MONUMENT: . 24x36
VERTICAL: NAVD88
HORIZONTAL: NAD 83 (2011 DSP) -
301.01' S 74° 10' 34" W
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NOTE: X
22. MONUMENTATION: 3 FOUND / 0 SET 24x36
23. SOILS ON SITE: HkB - HAMBROOK-URBAN LAND COMPLEX, 0 TO 5 PERCENT SLOPES (ENTIRE SITE)
PRIOR TO THE START OF CONSTRUCTION OR ORDERING OF 24. WETLAND AREA: 0.00 ACRES
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MATERIALS, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ENGAGE A PRIVATE UTILITY X
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LOCATOR TO VERIFY LOCATIONS OF ALL EXISTING UTILITIES WITHIN LANDS N/F LANDS N/F
0 15 30 60
LOOCKERMAN SUITES, LLC 1999 PULASKI PROPERTY LLC
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D.B. 9489, PG. 104
2-05-077.09-01-45.00-000
D.B. 13300, PG. 303
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ZONING: C2 ZONING: C2
UTILITIES TO BE CROSSED WITH NEW IMPROVEMENTS. CONTRACTOR Do Not Explode - Select Scale
SCALE: 1" = 30'
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SHALL REPORT CONFLICTS/ISSUES TO THE ENGINEER. 24x36
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LEGEND C-1-Notes-Legend-Landscape
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ITEM EXISTING PROPOSED ITEM EXISTING PROPOSED 24x36
CONCRETE CURB & GUTTER SANITARY GRAVITY SEWER LINE (S) EX. 10"S 10" S
SIZE & FLOW DIRECTION
CONCRETE SIDEWALK, SLAB / PAVING
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SANITARY SEWER FORCE MAIN (F.M.) EX. 10" F.M. 12" F.M. 24x36
IMPERVIOUS SURFACED ROAD, DRIVE SIZE & FLOW DIRECTION
OR PARKING LOT
SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE (S.S.M.H.)
INDIVIDUAL TREE OR BUSH
EVERGREEN DECIDUOUS
N/A OWNERS CERTIFICATION
SANITARY SEWER CLEANOUT (C.O.)
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WATER MAIN & SIZE EX. 10" W 12" W WE, DOWNTOWN DOVER PARTNERSHIP, HEREBY CERTIFY THAT WE ARE THE OWNER OF THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED AND
CHAINLINK FENCE
SHOWN ON THIS PLAN, THAT THE PLAN WAS MADE AT OUR DIRECTION, AND THAT WE ACKNOWLEDGE THE SAME TO BE OUR ACT
STOCKADE FENCE FIRE HYDRANT (F.H.) F.H. F.H. AND DESIRE THE PLAN TO BE DEVELOPED AS SHOWN IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS. .
. . .
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WATER VALVE (W.V.) OR METER (W.M.) 24x36
STRUCTURE (CONCRETE, WOOD, MARK DATE DESCRIPTION
METAL, ETC.)
W.M. W.V. W.M. W.V.
LAYER STATE: C-001
STORM DRAIN MANHOLE (S.D.M.H.)
DRAINAGE DITCH OR SWALE DOWNTOWN DOVER DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION DATE PROJECT NO.: 2025041.00
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STORM DRAIN LINE (CMP, RCP, HDPE) 24x36
WETLAND BOUNDARY LINE N/A
V V V
ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION DATE: 8-1-25
CONTOUR 49 55 CATCH BASIN (C.B.) SHEET INDEX
ELEVATION SPOT SHOT 43.55 25.50 T.C. UTILITY POLE W/ OVERHEAD SERVICE C-001 COVER SHEET AND OVERALL SITE PLAN I, J. MICHAEL RIEMANN, P.E., HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM A REGISTERED ENGINEER IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE, THAT THE
SCALE: 1" = 30'
25.15
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BENCH MARK
25.00 B.C. (TELEPHONE (O.T.), ELECTRIC (O.E.) C-101 EXISTING CONDITIONS AND DEMOLITION PLAN INFORMATION SHOWN HEREON HAS BEEN PREPARED UNDER MY SUPERVISION AND TO MY BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND DRAWN BY: M.J.H. PROJ. MGR.: M.J.H. 24x36
N/A UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC (U.E.) C-201 SITE, UTILITY & GRADING PLAN BELIEF REPRESENTS GOOD ENGINEERING PRACTICES AS REQUIRED BY THE APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE.
U.E. U.E.
PROPERTY OR RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE SHEET
UNDERGROUND TELEPHONE (U.T.) U.T. U.T.
C-202 ACTIVE RECREATION PLAN
Z-100 LANDSCAPE PLAN
C-001
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UNDERGROUND GAS MAIN (G) EX. 2" G 2" G
LIGHT POLE J. MICHAEL RIEMANN, P.E DATE
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T Delaware
EX. SIDEWALK
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PARCEL ED-05-077.09-01-36.01-000 Dover
302.734.7950
Newark
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Maryland
Salisbury
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410.546.9100 24x36
PARCEL ED-05-077.09-01-37.00-000 PARK / PLAYGROUND
North Carolina
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980.270.9100
Raleigh
PARCEL ED-05-077.09-01-42.00-000 919.243.1332
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www.beckermorgan.com
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PARCEL ED-05-077.09-01-43.00-000
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REF.
UTILITIES /
REF. REF.
REF. REF.
REF.
WASTE REF. REF.
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ENCLOSURE FITNESS
AREA
REF. REF. REF.
CENTER
REF. REF.
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SPACE
COMMUNITY DSP
EX. SIDEWALK
REF. REF.
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SPACE
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REF. REF.
REF. REF.
S. GOVERNORS AVE.
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S. NEW STREET
ROOFTOP AMENITY COURTYARD
7,225 SF
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PROJECT TITLE
7 6
EX. SIDEWALK DOWNTOWN
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REF. REF. 24x36
REF.
DOVER
REF.
DEVELOPMENT
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REF. REF. REF. REF.
REF.
A.2
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REF. CORPORATION 24x36
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LOADING ZONE LOADING ZONE
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120 S. GOVERNORS AVE.
5' B.R.L.
B V CITY OF DOVER
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EX. SIDEWALK
KENT COUNTY, DELAWARE
EX. SIDEWALK
SHEET TITLE
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ACTIVE
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1ST FLOOR SITE PLAN SECOND FLOOR PLAN .
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0' 15' 30' 60' 0' 15' 30' 60'
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ACTIVE RECREATION TABULATIONS (SQUARE FEET) SCALE: 1" = 30'
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FIRST FLOOR SECOND FLOOR THIRD FLOOR FOURTH FLOOR PERCENTAGE TOTAL (SF)
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COURTYARD/WELLNESS AREA 5,729 - - - 19.7% 5,729
FITNESS CENTER 2,054 - - - 7.1% 2,054
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COMMUNITY SPACE 2,995 - - - 10.3% 2,995
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ROOFTOP COURTYARD - 7,225 - - 24.8% 7,225
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TOTAL ACTIVE RECREATION SQUARE FOOTAGE REQUIRED (75 SF PER UNIT - TOTAL UNITS = 120) 9,000 MARK DATE DESCRIPTION
LAYER STATE: Rec Plan
TOTAL ACTIVE RECREATION SQUARE FOOTAGE PROVIDED 29,093
PROJECT NO.: 2025041.00
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DATE: 8-1-25
SCALE: 1" = 30'
DRAWN BY: CS PROJ. MGR.: M.J.H.
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DRAWING BY CORE STATES GROUP
C-202
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MATERIALS LEGEND PLANTING LEGEND TREE PROTECTION LEGEND
6' WOODEN FENCE
LP STORM INLET 56.49' 20.97' CONC. PAVEMENT, LAWN TREE PROTECTION
GRT=33.36
INV.=28.11 (18"RCP)
PEDESTRIAN FENCE, NON-MOVEABLE
MATERIALS SCHEDULE
34.14'
X
36.99'
G.M. CONC. PAVEMENT, CANOPY TREE TREE PROTECTION
CONC. CURB
X
VEHICULAR - SEE CIVIL FENCE, MOVEABLE
T DOG WASTE BIN.
12" CIP
X UNIT PAVEMENT, TRUNK PROTECTION
8' PEDESTRIAN
5'-0" 77.68' EXISTING TREES STIPULATION FOR REUSE
MIN. CO X
QC TO REMAIN (6) THIS DRAWING WAS PREPARED FOR USE ON A SPECIFIC
UNIT PAVEMENT, UNDERSTORY TREE, SITE, AND IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE ON A DIFFERENT
DEP. CURB
OVERHEAD WIRE X 1 PROJECT SITE OR LATER TIME. USE OF THIS DRAWING
FUTURE DOG HT=12.8' VEHICULAR - SEE CIVIL MULTI-STEM FOR REFERENCE OR EXAMPLE ON ANOTHER PROJECT
CO STUB CC REQUIRES THE SERVICES OF PROPERLY LICENSED
PARK & NATURE X LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS. PRODUCTION
PLAYSCAPE PB 1
ASPHALT PAVEMENT, UNDERSTORY TREE, OF THIS DRAWING FOR REUSE ON ANOTHER PROJECT IS
DOG PARK SINGLE-STEM NOT AUTHORIZED AND MAY BE CONTRARY TO THE LAW.
AR OVERHEAD WIRE X
QR VEHICULAR - SEE CIVIL
HT=13.2'
34 1 PROJECT TEAM
4 PARCEL ED-05-077.09-01-37.00-000 X
OVERHEAD WIRE CARPENTRY SHRUB
HT=13.8'
EXISTING FENCE PAVEMENT OWNER OF RECORD:
X
TO REMAIN DOWNTOWN DOVER DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION
CC 6' WOODEN FENCE PERMEABLE
X
X X X X X X X X X X 101 W LOOCKERMAN STREET
X X X X
X X 1 X X X X X X X X X X X X ENGINEERED WOOD SUITE 2B
UP 17234
34 FIBER SAFETY SURFACE DOVER, DE, 19904
X HEDGE FOR
AG DEVELOPER:
SCREENING, PB PLANTING BED
1 PARCEL ED-05-077.09-01-42.00-000 MOSAIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS JV
33 X 3' MIN. HT.
3002 CECIL B. MOORE AVENUE
SUITE 202
X
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121
34 PROJECT INFORMATION TREE PRESERVATION 215-921-8107
X
DEP. STUB NATURE PB
CURB PO PB · PROJECT NAME: MIXED-USE BUILDING AT 120 S · EXISTING WOODLAND AREA: 0 SF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT:
OVERHEAD WIRE
PLAYSCAPE 35.43
1 HT=14.2'
X CONC. RETAINING GOVERNORS AVENUE, HI-25-02 · WOODLANDS TO BE CLEARED: 0 SF (0%) STUDIO SUSTENA
35 · ZONING CLASSIFICATION: · TOTAL WOODLANDS REMAINING: 0 SF (0%)
OVERHEAD WIRE WALL 4537 WAYNE AVENUE
HT=14.2' 33 EXISTING TREE EXISTING: C-2 - CENTRAL COMMERCIAL, HISTORIC DISTRICT · TOTAL NON-WOODLAND PROJECT AREA: 86,307 SF
X 35.11 34 SUITE 201
PARCEL ED-05-077.09-01-43.00-000 TO REMAIN (1) 4'-HIGH PRIVACY PROPOSED: C-2 - CENTRAL COMMERCIAL, HISTORIC · 86,307 SF / 3,000 SF / TREE = 28.8 = 29: 29 TREES
35 35 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144
AG X
FENCE, MOUNT DISTRICT REQUIRED 215-247-8784 | STUDIO-SUSTENA.COM
OVERHEAD WIRE
POLLINATOR TO TOP OF WALL · PARCEL NUMBERS: · EXISTING TREES TO BE RETAINED: 7
1 HT=14.5'
GARDEN UP NO WIRES X
DEP. ED-05-077.09-01-44.00-000 (MAIN PARCEL) · PROPOSED TREES: 28 ARCHITECT:
TRENCH DRAIN - 5'-0" 32 CURB
STUB IRON PIPE 33 35 5'-0" ED-05-077.09-01-43.00-000 · TOTAL TREES: 35 (ALL TREES SHALL HAVE A 1-YEAR CORE STATES GROUP
UP 34 SEE CIVIL MIN. ED-05-077.09-01-42.00-000 REPLACEMENT GUARANTEE) 1315 WALNUT STREET
FOUND & HELD
34 PB ED-05-077.09-01-37.00-000 SUITE 600
CONC. CURB
5' B.R.L.
LS 33 · TOTAL ACREAGE: PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
ED-05-077.09-01-44.00-000: 1.7622 ACRES (MAIN PARCEL) TREE PROTECTION 215-609-4609
3 OVERHEAD CO ED-05-077.09-01-43.00-000: 0.0818 ACRES
WIRE
NC
. · LOTS IN NON-WOODLAND AREAS EXPECTED TO RETAIN
QR HT=27.1' IRON PIPE ED-05-077.09-01-42.00-000: 0.0838 ACRES CIVIL ENGINEER:
RB EXISTING TREES TO MEET TREE DENSITY
FOUND & HELD CU ED-05-077.09-01-37.00-000: 0.0535 ACRES BECKER MORGAN GROUP, INC.
1 OVERHEAD WIRE WALK-OFF STRIP, REQUIREMENTS:
PB PROJECT AREA TOTAL: 1.9813 ACRES 309 S. GOVERNORS AVENUE
HT=26.1' TYP. ED-05-077.09-01-43.00-000
DOVER, DE 19904
ED-05-077.09-01-37.00-000
302-734-7950
· TREE PROTECTION SHALL BE INSTALLED AROUND
AG OVERHEAD WIRE DEP. SETBACKS & YARD AREAS EACH INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP OF PROXIMATE TREES TO
HT=26.3' CURB
1 REQUIRED ACHIEVED BE PROTECTED.
· TREE PROTECTION AREAS SHALL BE PROTECTED BY
FRONT SETBACK 0' 5.8' FENCING AND SILT SOCKS SITUATED TO COINCIDE
MV
PB DEP. WITH THE DRIPLINES OF THE TREE OR GROUP OF
1 CURB
SIDE YARD NONE REQUIRED 10' ON THE NORTH TREES TO BE PRESERVED.
DUMPSTER/ BUT 5' MIN. IF 22' ON THE SOUTH · PROTECTION MEASURES SHALL BE ERECTED PRIOR
TRANSFORMER PROVIDED TO CONSTRUCTION AND MUST REMAIN UNTIL THE
34
CONC. CURB
ENCLOSURE PB FINAL LANDSCAPE IS INSTALLED.
REAR YARD 20' ABOVE GROUND 37' GROUND FLOOR · TEMPORARILY MOVEABLE SECTIONS OF FENCING MAY
FLOOR. AT GROUND 54' ABOVE GROUND BE CONSIDERED FOR LIMITED AREAS WHERE
32 FLOOR 5' REQUIRED FLOOR LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION MAY OCCUR, SUCH AS
GT PAVEMENT IN A FILL CONDITION. NO EXCAVATION
CAFE TABLE AND SHALL OCCUR IN THESE AREAS.
1
CHAIRS, TYP. SENSITIVE HABITAT INFORMATION
· SURVEY PREPARED BY SHAHEED A. SMITH EROSION & SEDIMENTATION CONTROL
PB PB LS
·
GEOSPATIAL, LLC ON 4/4/25
WETLANDS PRESENT ON SURVEY: NONE · TREE PROTECTION FENCING AND SILT SOCKS SHALL
MIXED-USE
HEDGE FOR
SCREENING,
3' MIN. HT.
3
· WOODLANDS PRESENT ON SURVEY: NONE BE INSTALLED TO AVOID SEDIMENTATION INTRUSIONS
AND EROSION IN TREE PROTECTION AREAS. BUILDING
NS · SEE CIVIL FOR ADDITIONAL E&S INFORMATION. 120 S GOVERNORS AVE.
PB PB
1 DOVER, DE 19904
METAL WALL, TYP. CONC. CURB
GT CC
WATER FEATURE
3 2
CHAIRS PB
SEAL:
DEP. CURB
33
STORM INLET
GRT=31.73
INV.=27.54(12" RCP)
PARCEL ED-05-077.09-01-44.00-000 PB
PB 7 6 PB
CONC. CURB
ISSUE BLOCK:
PB
31
32
BENCH, TYP.
DEP.
CURB
DEP. CURB
HEDGE FOR
SCREENING,
3' MIN. HT.
DEP.
CURB
STORM INLET
GRT=31.75
INV.A=29.88(8" PVC)
INV.B=29.50(12" RCP)
MV
LOADING LOADING
1
ZONE ZONE CONC. CURB CONC. CURB
19'-0" MIN. GROCERY B
PB A
CONC. CURB
TRUCK ACCESS LOADING ZONE
5' B.R.L.
CONC. CURB
6.4'
E
X 32
CHECKED BY: LM
X
PIPE FOUND DRAWN BY: XW/LM
33 (DISTURBED)
31 CO 0.25' NW OFF LINE
SCALE: AS NOTED
33
SHEET NAME:
DEP. CURB
8' CHAIN LINK FENCE
X
32 99.28'
X LANDSCAPE PLAN
32.4
40.36' 24.60'
32.14 TC
31.76 BC
SHEET NUMBER:
0' 20' 40' 60'
SCALE: 1" = 20'-0"
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120 S GOVERNORS AVENUE MIXED USE
DOVER, KENT COUNTY, DELAWARE
PLANNING BOARD PRESENTATION
PLANNING BOARD PRESENTATION | 1 AUGUST 2025
DOWNTOWN DOVER PARTNERSHIP | MOSAIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS JV + COLONIAL PARKING
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S 09°06'07" E 48.20'
N 08°44'17" W 48.59'
L02- RESIDENTIAL FLOOR 32,387
S 09°05'49" E 48.31'
RESIDENTIAL
L03 - RESIDENTIAL FLOOR 32,387
12" CIP
EX. SIDEWALK
PARCEL ED-05-077.09-01-36.01-000
77.68'
S 81°30'37" W 81.64'
T
L04 - RESIDENTIAL FLOOR
L05 - RESIDENTIAL FLOOR
GROUND FLOOR PLAN 32,387
32,387
Item 5.
129,548
OVERHEAD WIRE
N 81°30'37" E 111.64' S 81°30'20" W 30.00'
HT=12.8'
N 08°44'12" W 40.00' S 09°15'08" E 40.00'
OVERHEAD WIRE
HT=13.2'
Total Building Area in SF: 169,080
OVERHEAD WIRE
HT=13.8'
PARCEL ED-05-077.09-01-37.00-000
Total Development Site Area from assemblage below: 85,377
120 S. Governors Ave | Parcel ID: ED05-077.09-01-44.00 74,052
S 81°30'31" W 112.00' 115 S. New Street | Parcel ID: ED05-077.09-01-43.00 3,484
S 08°29'27" E 34.00'
N 08°29'29" W 33.50' N 08°29'29" W 26.50'
111 S. New Street | Parcel ID: ED05-077.09-01-42.00 3,485
PARCEL ED-05-077.09-01-42.00-000
S 08°29'29" E 7.50' 105 S. New Street | Parcel ID: ED05-077.09-01-37.00 4,356
N 81°30'31" E 60.50'
C-2 Allowable FAR per DRAFT Proposed Ordinance 2024-01 C-2 Zone Revisions 5.0
S 08°55'29" E 60.00'
N 81°30'31" E 60.50'
EX. SIDEWALK
OVERHEAD WIRE
Proposed FAR 2.0
S 08°29'29" E 26.00'
HT=14.2'
OVERHEAD WIRE
HT=14.2'
PARCEL ED-05-077.09-01-43.00-000
OVERHEAD WIRE
HT=14.5'
302.07'(SURVEY)
N 81°30'31" E 304.33'(DEED)
5' B.R.L.
CAFE BOH
STAIR 1 COFFEE SHOP
ELEC. BIKE PACKAGE REST. REST.
OVERHEAD WIRE
HT=26.3'
BOH CORR.
UTILITIES / DAYCARE FITNESS CORR.
WASTE
ENCLOSURE MAIL AREA
AREA BUILDING STOR.
MECH.
/MAINT.
ELEV 1/2
WATER
253.77' COMMUNITY SPACE COMMUNITY SPACE 255.38'
A (15 NSF/UNIT) KIT. B (15 NSF/UNIT)
EX. SIDEWALK
FCC
LOBBY
SOUTH BRADFORD STREET
COURTYARD / WELLNESS AREA LEASING OFC
WEST VEST.
S. GOVERNORS AVE.
NEW ST. ENTRY GOVERNOR ST.
S. NEW STREET
ENTRY
S 08°35'00" E
SHOPPING CART RETURN
BREAKROOM
TEMPORARY
0 1
BENCHMARK
2 2.3
7 6
3
MAG NAIL
EX. SIDEWALK
ELEV.=32.20
4
GROCERY RETAIL 5
N 08°49'29" W
FLOOR
RETAIL BAY 3
6 6.6 7 7.1
A
GROCERY TRASH
RETAIL CORR. RETAIL BAY 2
A.2
BATHROOM
GROCERY GROCERY FREIGHT
RECEIVING AREA / REFRIGERATION RETAIL BAY 1
LOADING
STOCK ROOM AREA
STAIR 2
LOADING ZONE MINOR ST (PAPER)
5' B.R.L.
LOADING ZONE
B
6.4'
N 81°49'00" E 127.14' V
S 81°49'00" W 301.01'(SURVEY) P.O.B.
S 08°11'00"
EX.ESIDEWALK
22.00'
303.60'(DEED)
EX. SIDEWALK
N 08°11'00" W 45.00' 251.00' TIE TO
S 08°11'57" E 24.32'
S 82°29'14" W 112.15'
99.28'
40.36' 24.60'
LOOCKERMAN STREET
B.8
S 81°49'00" W 15.00'
C
CORE STATES GROUP | 1 AUGUST 2025
120 S GOV ERNORS AV ENUE MIX ED US E
D OW N TOW N DOV E R PA RT NE R SHIP | MO SAIC DE VE LO P ME N T PARTN ERS J V + COLON IAL PARK IN G 5
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FLOOR PLAN INFORMATION
THE SET CONTAINS DRAWINGS AT DIFFERENT SCALES. IT IS THE INTENT OF THE
DRAWINGS THAT CERTAIN INFORMATION IS GIVEN SPECIFICALLY ON EACH SERIES OF
DRAWINGS AS FOLLOWS:
OVERALL DRAWINGS - A-100 SERIES (1/16" = 1'-0")
SECOND FLOOR PLAN
• OVERALL BUILDING PLAN LAYOUT
• BUILDING ELEVATION, BUILDING SECTION AND WALL SECTION MARKERS Item 5.
• OVERALL BUILDING DIMENSIONS (TO FINISH FACE)
• MATCHLINE DESIGNATION FOR SECTOR DRAWINGS
SECTOR PLANS - A-110 SERIES (1/8" = 1'-0")
The Philadelphia Building
• PLAN LAYOUT PER SECTOR
1315 Walnut Street
• DIMENSIONING
Suite 600
• PARTITION TYPES Philadelphia, PA 19107
• KEYS TO ENLARGEMENTS (STAIRS/ELEVATORS/AMENITY SPACES)
LEVELS L01 L02 L03 L04 TOTAL MIX
215.609.4609
• DOOR TAGS
STAIR
• DETAIL KEYS www.core-states.com
BETA ALPHA DELTA DELTA ALPHA DELTA DELTA BETA DELTA ALPHA • PRIMARY FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT DELTA 0 11 11 11 33 28%
ALPHA FLOOR PLAN 0 LEGEND21 21 21 63 53%
BETA 0
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
FE
7 7 7 21 18%
GAMMA FIRE 0
EXTINGUISHER CABINET
FEC
1 1 1 3 3%
ALPHA SUBTOTALS 0
TWO WAY COMMUNICATION
TWC
40 40 40 120 100%
UNIT CHANGE IN FLOOR ELEVATION. SEE FLOOR PLAN FOR LOCATIONS OF
OFFSET.
BUILDING
SERVICES
BETA ALPHA DELTA DELTA BETA DELTA DELTA BETA NOT IN SCOPE
PROGRESS PRINT
UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT ELEV NOT FOR
OVERALL FLOOR PLAN GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
ALPHA NOTES 6/10/2025 1:17:26 PM
ELEV
UNIT 1. UNITS SHOWN FOR REFERENCE ONLY, REFER TO THE UNIT PLANS FOR ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION.
2. REFER TO PARTITION TYPES FOR PARTITION THICKNESS AND DETAILS, CONTRACTOR
TO COORDINATE FINAL WALL THICKNESS DIMENSIONS WITH SHEAR WALL LOCATIONS.
REFER TO STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
3. PROVIDE MOISTURE-RESISTANCE GYPSUM WALL BOARD AT ALL WET WALLS.
4. PARTITION DEPTH AT FIRE EXTINGUISHER CABINET LOCATIONS SHALL ACCOMMODATE
FULL CONCEALMENT OF CABINETS AS SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER.
5. REFER TO PLUMBING DRAWINGS F